ibedji - Yoruba - Nigeria

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Description from the seller

A solitary Ibeji, perhaps his brother or sister survived, or its figure was lost forever. The scarified tribal marks on the skin and other details in the beads identify the family.

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 solitary Ibeji, perhaps his brother or sister survived, or its figure was lost forever. The scarified tribal marks on the skin and other details in the beads identify the family.

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
ibedji
Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Yoruba
Country of Origin
Nigeria
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
30 cm
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
SpainVerified
257
Objects sold
100%
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