Twins - Yoruba - Nigeria

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Description from the seller

A pair of Ibedjis, according to tradition, invoking twins lost within a family; these figurines were their representation. The Yoruba people have the highest twinning rate in the world.

Seller's Story

PRIMITIVE ART IN GENERAL, ESPECIALLY AFRICAN. ORIGINATING FROM PRIVATE COLLECTIONS OR ACQUIRED AT PROFESSIONAL GALLERIES OR INTERNATIONAL AUCTIONS.
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A pair of Ibedjis, according to tradition, invoking twins lost within a family; these figurines were their representation. The Yoruba people have the highest twinning rate in the world.

Seller's Story

PRIMITIVE ART IN GENERAL, ESPECIALLY AFRICAN. ORIGINATING FROM PRIVATE COLLECTIONS OR ACQUIRED AT PROFESSIONAL GALLERIES OR INTERNATIONAL AUCTIONS.
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Details

Indigenous object name
Twins
Number of objects
2
Ethnic group/ culture
Yoruba
Country of Origin
Nigeria
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Fair condition
Height
27 cm
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
SpainVerified
257
Objects sold
100%
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