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Wood, Single Ibeji, Yoruba People, Nigeria, Early-Mid
Wood, Single Ibeji, Yoruba People, Nigeria, Early-Mid
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Wood, stain, trade beads, iron tack, brass ring
Abeokuta, Nigeria, early-mid 20th century
Literature: Polo, Fausto & David, Jean “Catalogue of the Ibeji” Zurich, 2001
Dimensions (length x width x height): 8 ½ x 3 x 3 in. (21.6 x 7.6 x 7.6 cm)
Good conditionv

This single ibeji from Nigeria in the early to mid-20th century has an expertly rendered skirt.

The piece is in good condition with extensive facial rubbing, a stable, old hairline crack to the right side of the head. The bead strands and iron bracelet in intact and complete. The piece measures 8 ½ x 3 x 3 in. (length x width x height).

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Wood, Single Ibeji, Yoruba People, Nigeria, Early-Mid

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