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Description : West Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba peoples, ca. early 20th century CE. A twin Ere Ibeji figure standing upon an integral round base, hand carved to represent a deceased twin, adorned with extensive scarification marks upon the cheeks, forehead, and torso, an elaborate upswept incised coiffure with a plaited cross-like form at the back, the hair further enhanced with brilliant violet-blue indigo pigment. The visage presents large almond-shaped eyes detailed with metal pupils and incised lashes, a naturalistic broad nose, a closed wide mouth, and an overall solemn countenance. According to the Yoruba, twin effigies like the one featured here are believed to influence the daily lives of family members. As such, they are traditionally honored with prayers and libations. A strong example with a wonderful patina. Size: 10.875 H (27.6 cm) The Yoruba are known for their carved sculptures of deceased male and female twin figures, known as Ibeji. The Yoruba have one of the highest number of twin births in the world, four times higher than in Europe, for example. Ibeji are known to the Yoruba as two people who share one 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. Further, the deceased's soul must have a place to reside. Provenance: Ex-Adeon Gallery, Chicago, IL, acquired prior to 1970. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #118278
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