Bruno Claessens - Ere Ibeji - Collection Dos & Bertie Winkel - 2013
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Among the Yoruba of the southwest of Nigeria, four times as many twins are born as the global average. This fact, coupled with high infant mortality, led to the emergence of a unique culture around twins. For each deceased twin baby, a small wooden statuette called an “ere ibeji” was carved so that its spirit could endure.
This statuette was carefully maintained and, in return, it brought health and prosperity to the family. Through the lens of Jean-Pierre Depienne and the pen of Bruno Claessens, the 32 ere ibeji from the private collection of Dos and Bertie Winkel are presented for the first time in book form.
After an introductory text on the subject, the great variety of styles of this specific African art is described in detail. Full-page color photographs bring these intriguing works to life and tell the story behind these wooden statuettes.
Through the lens of Jean-Pierre Depienne and the scholarly prose of Bruno Claessens, the 32 Ibeji from the private collection of Dos and Bertie Winkel are unveiled for the first time in this work. After a richly documented introduction to the subject, an in-depth analysis explores the wide diversity of styles unique to this singular African art, offering the reader a more nuanced and exhaustive understanding of these sacred Yoruba sculptures. This study highlights not only the aesthetic finesse but also the cultural and spiritual importance of these objects in African tradition. This work is remarkable for its rich iconography, notably the close-up views of each ibeji presented. The stylistic analysis, focusing on the differentiation of anatomical representation by region, and the meaning of the various beads and ornaments used, constitutes an innovative approach that will engage both beginning collectors and seasoned connoisseurs.
161 Pages
25.6 x 2.2 x 25.6 cm
Thick hardcover, high-quality paper
Texts in English
Publication: February 19, 2013
600 copies
ISBN-10: 9038922027
New
Delivery mode:
France: Mondial Relay
Europe: Mondial Relay
Rest of the world: happy-post
All books are offered with no reserve price, and you pay shipping costs only once, regardless of the number of books and/or items won
Shipping the books at the best market price, using the Mondial Relay network.
You will need to provide a Mondial Relay pickup point.
We do not charge packaging fees; you pay only the actual shipping cost.
You are bidding on a rare auction, with no reserve or extremely low reserve prices.
We began working with Catawiki in 2015. Please review our ratings, they are among the best on Catawiki.
Items are shipped the day after your payment, with tracking and traceability, in securely packed packaging. Professional service guaranteed.
Feel free to bid on multiple items; you will only pay shipping fees once. Catawiki buyers’ fees are much lower than you would pay at a auction house. Additionally, packaging is free; you pay only for shipping. If you win 2 lots or more, you may be charged less than the actual shipping cost.
Please note that the books will be shipped via Mondial Relay in order to reduce shipping costs. Therefore, we will ask you to provide your preferred delivery point before proceeding with shipment. Thank you for your interest and good luck.
Seller's Story
Xavier Simon has been passionate about African art for 25 years. He started to sell online in 2007. Based in Africa for more than 10 years, he has built a network of more than 300 local african art dealers, mainly in Cote d'Ivoire, Ghana, Togo, Benin, Mali and Burkina Faso. Based in France now, he keeps on visiting Africa twice a year, collecting the best items. More than 4000 worldwide customers have been satisfied so far.
Items are sent with a professional invoice, including a picture and the description above. It includes 20% VAT for European countries.
We guarantee packages of high quality, using "colissimo international".
Packages are sent from Monday to Friday, even during the coved crisis, the latest in the next 24 hours following the payment.
You can view and / or pick up the item from our showroom, F-71800 Saint Julien de Civry.
If you win several lots, we reimburse you the shipping difference after your payment, using paypal preferably.
Translated by Google TranslateNO RESERVE
Shipping costs are calculated for a shipment via Mondial Relay, with delivery to a Mondial Relay pickup point. At the end of the transaction, you will be asked to please provide a Mondial Relay pickup point. Thank you for your understanding
Among the Yoruba of the southwest of Nigeria, four times as many twins are born as the global average. This fact, coupled with high infant mortality, led to the emergence of a unique culture around twins. For each deceased twin baby, a small wooden statuette called an “ere ibeji” was carved so that its spirit could endure.
This statuette was carefully maintained and, in return, it brought health and prosperity to the family. Through the lens of Jean-Pierre Depienne and the pen of Bruno Claessens, the 32 ere ibeji from the private collection of Dos and Bertie Winkel are presented for the first time in book form.
After an introductory text on the subject, the great variety of styles of this specific African art is described in detail. Full-page color photographs bring these intriguing works to life and tell the story behind these wooden statuettes.
Through the lens of Jean-Pierre Depienne and the scholarly prose of Bruno Claessens, the 32 Ibeji from the private collection of Dos and Bertie Winkel are unveiled for the first time in this work. After a richly documented introduction to the subject, an in-depth analysis explores the wide diversity of styles unique to this singular African art, offering the reader a more nuanced and exhaustive understanding of these sacred Yoruba sculptures. This study highlights not only the aesthetic finesse but also the cultural and spiritual importance of these objects in African tradition. This work is remarkable for its rich iconography, notably the close-up views of each ibeji presented. The stylistic analysis, focusing on the differentiation of anatomical representation by region, and the meaning of the various beads and ornaments used, constitutes an innovative approach that will engage both beginning collectors and seasoned connoisseurs.
161 Pages
25.6 x 2.2 x 25.6 cm
Thick hardcover, high-quality paper
Texts in English
Publication: February 19, 2013
600 copies
ISBN-10: 9038922027
New
Delivery mode:
France: Mondial Relay
Europe: Mondial Relay
Rest of the world: happy-post
All books are offered with no reserve price, and you pay shipping costs only once, regardless of the number of books and/or items won
Shipping the books at the best market price, using the Mondial Relay network.
You will need to provide a Mondial Relay pickup point.
We do not charge packaging fees; you pay only the actual shipping cost.
You are bidding on a rare auction, with no reserve or extremely low reserve prices.
We began working with Catawiki in 2015. Please review our ratings, they are among the best on Catawiki.
Items are shipped the day after your payment, with tracking and traceability, in securely packed packaging. Professional service guaranteed.
Feel free to bid on multiple items; you will only pay shipping fees once. Catawiki buyers’ fees are much lower than you would pay at a auction house. Additionally, packaging is free; you pay only for shipping. If you win 2 lots or more, you may be charged less than the actual shipping cost.
Please note that the books will be shipped via Mondial Relay in order to reduce shipping costs. Therefore, we will ask you to provide your preferred delivery point before proceeding with shipment. Thank you for your interest and good luck.
Seller's Story
Xavier Simon has been passionate about African art for 25 years. He started to sell online in 2007. Based in Africa for more than 10 years, he has built a network of more than 300 local african art dealers, mainly in Cote d'Ivoire, Ghana, Togo, Benin, Mali and Burkina Faso. Based in France now, he keeps on visiting Africa twice a year, collecting the best items. More than 4000 worldwide customers have been satisfied so far.
Items are sent with a professional invoice, including a picture and the description above. It includes 20% VAT for European countries.
We guarantee packages of high quality, using "colissimo international".
Packages are sent from Monday to Friday, even during the coved crisis, the latest in the next 24 hours following the payment.
You can view and / or pick up the item from our showroom, F-71800 Saint Julien de Civry.
If you win several lots, we reimburse you the shipping difference after your payment, using paypal preferably.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Number of books
1
Subject
Africa
Book title
Ere Ibeji - Collection Dos & Bertie Winkel
Author/ Illustrator
Bruno Claessens
Condition
As new
Publication year oldest item
2013
Height
25.6 cm
Edition
1st Edition
Width
25.6 cm
Language
English
Original language
Yes
Binding/ Material
Hardback
Number of pages
161
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