Figure - Authentic Ere Ibeji Yoruba - 27 cm - Nigeria
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.
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Description from the seller
Nigeria
Ibeji Yoruba
Wood, beads, polychromy
27 x 9 x 6,5 cms
170 gr
Statuette representing a Yoruba Ibeji, from Nigeria.
Such pieces are used in the context of venerating deceased twins.
Piece of the "Ede" type, at the very beginning of the 20th century.
Missing at the base - see photos.
The piece comes from an old collection, of which the known references will be communicated to the best bidder.
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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 TranslateNigeria
Ibeji Yoruba
Wood, beads, polychromy
27 x 9 x 6,5 cms
170 gr
Statuette representing a Yoruba Ibeji, from Nigeria.
Such pieces are used in the context of venerating deceased twins.
Piece of the "Ede" type, at the very beginning of the 20th century.
Missing at the base - see photos.
The piece comes from an old collection, of which the known references will be communicated to the best bidder.
Shipping mode:
France: Colissimo
Europe: Colissimo International
Rest of the world: happy-post
You are bidding here on objects of high quality. Books are offered without reserve.
We started working with Catawiki in 2015. You can consult our evaluations, which are among the best on Catawiki.
Items are shipped the day after your payment with tracking and traceability, in truly secure packaging. We guarantee a professional and personalized service, from the end of your auction to the receipt of your objects.
Do not hesitate to bid on several items; you will only pay shipping costs once. Catawiki’s buyer fees are much lower than what you would pay at an auction house. Additionally, packaging is free, you only pay for shipping. If you win 2 lots or more, you may even be billed below the actual shipping cost.
Please note that books will be sent via Mondial Relay, to reduce shipping costs. Therefore, we will ask you to provide your preferred delivery point before proceeding with the shipment. Thank you for your interest and good luck.
NO SHIPMENT TO THE UNITED STATES
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
Era
1900-2000
Weight
170 g
Country of origin
Nigeria
Material
Wood
Ethnic group/culture
Authentic Ere Ibeji Yoruba - 27 cm
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
27 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
6.5 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
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