Two Yoruba Male and Female IbejiTwo Yoruba Male and Female Ibeji Figures, Nigeria, West Africa, mid to late 20th century carved wood with natural pigments, both with bead and metal decorations, one with shell accents height 11 in — 27.9 cm; height 10.5 in — 26.7 cm
Pair of Yoruba Male and FemalePair of Yoruba Male and Female Ibeji Twin Figures, Nigeria, West Africa, mid to late 20th century carved wood with natural pigments and beaded decorations height 9.5 in — 24.1 cm
TWO AFRICAN CARVED WOOD IBEJI FIGURESTwoTWO AFRICAN CARVED WOOD IBEJI FIGURESTwo African Carved Wood Ibeji Figures , Yoruba, Nigeria, taller h. 10 in
TWO AFRICAN CARVED WOOD IBEJI FIGURESTwoTWO AFRICAN CARVED WOOD IBEJI FIGURESTwo African Carved Wood Ibeji Figures in Cowrie Shell Vests , Yoruba, Nigeria, standing male figures carved with arms lowered at sides on an integral circular mound, blue pigment highlights, each wearing a cloth vest with cowrie shells, each with a Bonhams & Butterfields lot tag, h. 10 1/2 in. and 10 3/4 in Provenance: Neal Auction Company, February 4, 2012, lot 596; Acquired Bonhams & Butterfields, San Francisco, February 16, 2009, lot 5074, designated as from the Estate of Phyllis Weinstein
TWO AFRICAN CARVED WOOD IBEJI OFTWO AFRICAN CARVED WOOD IBEJI OF A MAN AND WOMANTwo African Carved Wood Ibeji Figures of a Man and Woman , Yoruba, Nigeria, h. (taller) 10 1/2 in
TWO AFRICAN CARVED WOOD IBEJI FIGURESTwoTWO AFRICAN CARVED WOOD IBEJI FIGURESTwo African Carved Wood Ibeji Figures on Wood Pedestals , Ewe Peoples, Togo, taller h. 9 in
PR. AFRICAN YORUBA TWIN FIGURESPR. AFRICAN YORUBA TWIN FIGURES 'IBEJI'African carved wood Yoruba figures standing on circular bases, hands by their sides, upswept coiffures. Darkened patina on both and similarly carved faces. Provenance Sotheby's Catalog April 21, 1990, Harry A. Franklin Family Collection of African Art. Each measures 10.75"H x 3.25"D x 3.75"W. Wear commensurate with age, see photos.Examine all photos closely. Contact AAG for more detailed information if needed. AAG is not responsible for any errors or omissions to any lots. All sales are final and sold as is. This item cannot be shipped in house. Please contact our third party shippers.
Yoruba Peoples Female Twin Figures,Yoruba Peoples Female Twin Figures, or "Ibeji", Nigeria, each of the identical wood figures wearing a skullcap with crest above a face having high arched eyebrows, metal pupil inserts, bulbous lips and parallel line scarifications on the cheeks, the torso with hands at the sides, pendulant breasts, truncated legs, and enlarged feet, each figure wearing elaborate brass anklets on each leg, one figure wearing a glass bead belt and bracelet, each presented standing on an integral raised oval base, encrustation, h. 9-1/2".
Pair of Yoruba Male and FemalePair of Yoruba Male and Female Ibeji Twin Figures, Nigeria, West Africa, mid to late 20th century carved wood with glass bead decorations and metal inset eyes height 10.75 in — 27.3 cm; height 10.5 in — 26.7 cm
IBEJI YORUBA CARVED WOOD COUPLEIBEJI YORUBA CARVED WOOD COUPLE SCULPTURES, WITH GEORGE CHEMECHE "IBEJI THE CULT OF YORUBA TWINS" BOOK apprx. 10 ?" each Fully carved from a solid piece of wood figures of male/female couple, male accepted with beads necklace and bracelets. Offered with a book by George Chemech "Ibeji The Cult of Yoruba Twins". Provenance: old private collection, San-Francisco, CA.
Two Yoruba Ibeji Male and FemaleTwo Yoruba Ibeji Male and Female Figures, Nigeria, West Africa, mid to late 20th century carved wood with natural pigments, one with bead and metal decorations and inset eyes height 10.5 in — 26.7 cm; height 9.5 in — 24.1 cm
Yoruba Female Ibeji Figure, IbadanYoruba Female Ibeji Figure, Ibadan Region, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century carved wood with natural pigment and inset eyes height 10 in — 25.4 cm
African ibeji twin carved woodenAfrican ibeji twin carved wooden female figures, Yoruba people, Nigeria. Both with striated upswept coiffures and beaded embellishments. Fine and rich patina. Probably the work of a master carver of the Abeokuta region. Provenance: from the estate of Harrison Eiteljorg. Tallest: 9 1/2"H.
(LOT OF 2) IBEJI, YORUBA PEOPLE,(LOT OF 2) IBEJI, YORUBA PEOPLE, NIGERIA SINGLE TWIN FIGURES (lot of 2) Ibeji, Yoruba people, Nigeria, single twin male twin figure, probably mid-20th century and made for use and much handled indigenously, the carving details depicting a cap, an Islamic triangular amulet, facial scarifications, and penis, with blue trade beads serving as a belt and necklace, 10"h, together with another Ibeji, Yoruba, Nigeria, single twin figure, the female wearing a tall cap and a belt of small black beads, late 19th or early 20th century and showing extensive signs of handling, especially worn down facial features, 11.5"h Provenance: Estate of Raymond G. Handley
Pair of Yoruba Female Ibeji TwinPair of Yoruba Female Ibeji Twin Figures, Ila Orangun Region, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century carved wood with natural pigments, bead decoration and metal inset eyes height 12.75 in — 32.4 cm
(2) AFRICAN YORUBA CARVED ERE(2) AFRICAN YORUBA CARVED ERE IBEJI TWIN FIGURES(lot of 2) African Yoruba carved wood Ere Ibeji figures, male and female depicted standing on circular base, with blue pigmented pointed cap or elaborate hair arrangement, accented with beads encircling the waist, some wood loss, approx 10.5"h, 3"w, 3"d
Two Yoruba Ibeji Figures, Nigeria,Two Yoruba Ibeji Figures, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century carved wood with natural pigments and beaded decorations height 10.75 in — 27.3 cm
TWO LARGE IBIBIO PUPPETS NIGERIATWO LARGE IBIBIO PUPPETS NIGERIA the male with small chignon scarification on face painted with grey jacket with white buttons and trouser shorts protruding navel arms held out barefoot approx. h: 31 in. the female with Janus (two sided) head with small bowler hat grey and brown stripes arms held out protruding navel carrying a bottle in one hand barefoot approx. h: 34 1/2 in. Provenance: From Patricia Kluge's Albemarle House Charlottesville VA
Pair of Yourba Male Ibeji TwinPair of Yourba Male Ibeji Twin Figures, Nigeria, West Africa, both 20th century carved wood with some remaining pigments and nail inset eyes height 10 in — 25.4 cm
Yoruba Ibeji Female Figure, Nigeria,Yoruba Ibeji Female Figure, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century carved wood with bead and chain decorations height 10.5 in — 26.7 cm
Three Yoruba Ibeji Figures, Nigeria,Three Yoruba Ibeji Figures, Nigeria, West Africa, mid 20th century carved wood with natural pigments, two with beaded decorations height 12.25 in — 31.1 cm
Yoruba Ibeji Figure ca. 1st HalfYoruba Ibeji Figure ca. 1st Half 20th Century Carved wood Yoruba Ibeji figure of standing female one of two originally with applied patina.
Yoruba Ibeji Male Figure, possiblyYoruba Ibeji Male Figure, possibly Ejigbo Region, Nigeria, West Africa, early 20th century carved wood with beaded anklet and nail inset eye height 11" — 27.9 cm.
Yoruba Female Ibeji Figure, OyoYoruba Female Ibeji Figure, Oyo Region, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century carved wood with natural pigment and beadwork bracelet height 10.5 in — 26.7 cm
AN AFRICAN TRIBAL CARVED WOOD MALEAN AFRICAN TRIBAL CARVED WOOD MALE IBEJI FIGUREAn African Tribal carved wood male Ibeji figurepossibly Yoruba, NigeriaOn wood stand.height 9 1/2in (24cm); width 3in (7.5cm); depth 2 3/4in (7cm)
Single West African carved woodSingle West African carved wood Ibeji figure; overall good condition, some wear; H 9 1/2" x 3 1/4" x 3 1/4" (approx.)Provenance: Dr. Peter T. Furst (1922-2015) collection thence by decent. Dr. Peter T. Furst was an anthropologist, author (150+ books) and teacher as well as the Foreign Fellow of the Linnean Society of London. Dr. Furst curated many exhibitions throughout the years.
Two African Carved Wood Ibeji FiguresTwo African Carved Wood Ibeji Figures in Cowrie Shell Vests Yoruba Nigeria standing male figures cared with arms lowered at sides on an integral circular mound blue pigment highlights each wearing a cloth vest with cowrie shells each with a Bonhams & Butterfields lot tag height 10 1/2 in. and 10 3/4 in. Provenance: Acquired Bonhams & Butterfields San Francisco February 16 2009 lot 5074 designated as from the Estate of Phyllis Weinstein.
19TH C. AFRICAN YORUBA WOOD IBEJI19TH C. AFRICAN YORUBA WOOD IBEJI FIGURE WOOD BEADSWest Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba people, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. A hand-carved wooden Ibeji figure of fine form that was part of a pair of twins. The male figure stands nude with attenuated legs and genitalia exposed atop an integral circular plinth. He holds both arms to his waist, while atop his rounded shoulders is an elongated head with carved facial features: bulging eyes, a broad nose, slightly parted lips, and incised scarification grooves on his cheeks and around his eyes. The crest atop his head is a backswept coiffure. Strung on a cord and coiled around his waist are black trade beads hand-carved from blackwood. The surface of the figure is silky smooth and imbued with a deep red and brown hue. Size: 3" W x 9.75" H (7.6 cm x 24.8 cm); 10.5" H (26.7 cm) on included custom stand.
The Yoruba have one of the highest numbers of twin births in the world, 4 times higher than in Europe, for example. Ibeji are known to the Yoruba as 2 people who share 1 soul. If one of the human twins dies, whether as a child or an adult, the surviving human twin is considered to have little hope of living with only half a soul. When a twin dies, a figure dedicated to Ibeji, the deity of twins, is carved to be the earthly abode of the spirit of that twin. Wooden figures like these are created to keep the souls of the twins together.
Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-private American collection
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#168202
Condition:
Stable pressure fissure on side of head. Chips and abrasions to high pointed areas, but otherwise intact and very good. Mineral deposits in recessed areas and silky patina throughout. Beads are intact and very good.
Four African Carved Wood IbejiFour African Carved Wood Ibeji Figures Yoruba Nigeria each male figure carved standing upright with arms lowered at sides raised on an integral circular plinth three with metal pupils two with bead jewelry height 10 in. to 10 1/4 in. Provenance: Acquired Greg LaChapelle Santa Fe NM.
YORUBA PEOPLES, UNUSUAL ERE IBEJIYORUBA PEOPLES, UNUSUAL ERE IBEJI FEMALE TWIN 20th c., Nigeria, carved wood with blue and black paint, strung beds, the rigid standing female figure with carved coiled hair and pronounced breasts, 12.5"h x 4"l x 4"w
YORUBA PEOPLES, TWIN ERE IBEJIYORUBA PEOPLES, TWIN ERE IBEJI FIGURES, EX-MUSEUM 19th/20th c., Nigeria, carved wood male figures with blue pigmented hair, metal and beaded jewelry, each approx. 10"h
Pair of carved wood Nigerian IbejiPair of carved wood Nigerian Ibeji figures with cowrie shell cloth covering, with certificate of authenticity from the Rodeo Collection of Beverley Hills, CA; H 8 3/4" x W 11 3/4" x D 4" (approx.)Provenance: Private Los Angeles, CA collection, previously the Los Angeles Estate of Billy Wilder, Director
Yoruba Male Ibeji Twin Figure,Yoruba Male Ibeji Twin Figure, Gbongan/Modakeke Region, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century carved wood with natural pigments height 10 in — 25.4 cm
Pair of Yoruba Ibeji Female TwinPair of Yoruba Ibeji Female Twin Figures, Oyo Region, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century carved wood with natural pigment and dye, beaded decorations and metal inset eyes height 11 in — 27.9 cm
EARLY 20TH C. NIGERIAN YORUBA WOODEARLY 20TH C. NIGERIAN YORUBA WOOD ERE IBEJI FIGUREWestern Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba peoples, ca. early 20th century CE. A hand-carved wooden standing figure, known as an ere ibeji, that traditionally comes in a pair with its other twin. The figure stands with delineated legs atop an integral discoid plinth and holds both hands to his hips. Beneath the sloped shoulders are protruding pectoral muscles, and a slightly distended abdomen is incised with diagonal striations near the faded navel. The raised head bears full lips, a broad nose, and diamond-shaped eyes, all beneath an incised, conical coiffure embellished with thick layers of blue pigment. Smooth patina has formed across this figure and imbue it with an attractive presentation. Size: 3.3" W x 10.7" H (8.4 cm x 27.2 cm)
Cf. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, accession number 1981.424.2
Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-private Mathews collection, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA
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#167504
Condition:
Nicks to feet, hands, hips, and head, with a few stable fissures around hands and hips, heavy earthen deposits, softening to finer details primarily on face, and inactive insect damage to coiffure. Great preservation to blue pigment and lovely patina with smooth surface texture throughout. Old collection label beneath plinth.
AFRICAN CARVED WOOD FETISH FIGUREAFRICAN CARVED WOOD FETISH FIGURE Ere Ibeji Figure, Yoruba Peoples, Nigeria, wood with glass bead necklace, 12" tall. Wear from use and veneration.
Per Dr. Perri Kim: "The Yoruba have one of the highest rates of twinning in the world—it is estimated that out of every 1,000 births, 45-50 result in twins. Twins are revered among the Yoruba and come into this world with the protection of the orisha (deity) Shango who is evoked at the baby’s naming ceremony when he or she is a few months old. Due to the low birth weight of twins and the high infant mortality rates in Nigeria, many twin babies do not live long. If a baby dies during childbirth, in the months leading up to the naming ceremony, the parents will seek consultation with an Ifa diviner, a Babalawo. If the Babalawo ascertains a spiritual cause, he will help the parents find a carver to create an Ere ibeji figure. An Ere ibeji is a wooden carving of a male or female figure once used by the Yoruba. The figure is thought to be a focal point for the spiritual energy of the deceased twin who, according to Yoruba traditional thought, resides in the supernatural realm where he/she is cared for by a spiritual mother."