Ibedji - Yoruba / Yorouba - DR Congo
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.
Estimate € 1,500 - € 1,700
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Description from the seller
Nigeria
Yoruba / yoruba
Wood, beads and a metal bracelet
Height: 255mm+260mm + base 55mm
Width: 70mm+70mm
Length: 70mm+65mm
Weight: 545g+495g
Auction Millon 04/05/2023, lot 42
Delivered with the certificate of authenticity from the expert cabinet "Origine Expert"
Pair of twin ibedji fetishes of the Yoruba / Yorouba people of Nigeria.
Pair of Yorubа Nigeria ibedji fetishes presented naked, standing on a circular pedestal, with a crown outlined by a concentric ring and arranged with several braids and buns directed towards the sky. Wood, old patina of use with honey-bright patina, metal and trade beads
The Yorouba live between Nigeria and Benin, in a forest and savanna region. The slave trade greatly affected the Yoruba population and contributed to the dissemination of their rites and beliefs. There were four times as many twin births among the Yoruba as in the rest of the world.
There were four times as many twin births among the Yoruba as in the rest of the world.
These fetishes represent deceased twins, revered through libations and prayers, who influence the daily life of families.
Fast and secure shipping.
Packages are shipped from Monday to Saturday with insured and trackable shipment.
Delivery within 1 to 3 days in France with Chronopost, 2 to 5 days across Europe.
Worldwide delivery with Colissimo international.
We speak english
Seller's Story
Passionate about the Arts of the World and more particularly by African Art, buys from collectors, former civil servants, soldiers, health personnel, public works personnel who have worked in Africa and also in Ivory Coast with antique dealers and touts who travel all over West Africa to find quality objects.
Translated by Google TranslateNigeria
Yoruba / yoruba
Wood, beads and a metal bracelet
Height: 255mm+260mm + base 55mm
Width: 70mm+70mm
Length: 70mm+65mm
Weight: 545g+495g
Auction Millon 04/05/2023, lot 42
Delivered with the certificate of authenticity from the expert cabinet "Origine Expert"
Pair of twin ibedji fetishes of the Yoruba / Yorouba people of Nigeria.
Pair of Yorubа Nigeria ibedji fetishes presented naked, standing on a circular pedestal, with a crown outlined by a concentric ring and arranged with several braids and buns directed towards the sky. Wood, old patina of use with honey-bright patina, metal and trade beads
The Yorouba live between Nigeria and Benin, in a forest and savanna region. The slave trade greatly affected the Yoruba population and contributed to the dissemination of their rites and beliefs. There were four times as many twin births among the Yoruba as in the rest of the world.
There were four times as many twin births among the Yoruba as in the rest of the world.
These fetishes represent deceased twins, revered through libations and prayers, who influence the daily life of families.
Fast and secure shipping.
Packages are shipped from Monday to Saturday with insured and trackable shipment.
Delivery within 1 to 3 days in France with Chronopost, 2 to 5 days across Europe.
Worldwide delivery with Colissimo international.
We speak english
Seller's Story
Passionate about the Arts of the World and more particularly by African Art, buys from collectors, former civil servants, soldiers, health personnel, public works personnel who have worked in Africa and also in Ivory Coast with antique dealers and touts who travel all over West Africa to find quality objects.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Indigenous object name
Ibedji
Ethnic group/ culture
Yoruba / Yorouba
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Material
Wood / Beads / Metal
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Good condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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