A Yoruba Ibeji Idol

A carved wooden effigy of a Twin with deep well handled surface patina and embellished with bronze rings, cowrie shells and old glass beads. The Yoruba peoples of Nigeria have one of the highest incid

A Classic carved wooden twin idol with elongated features,carved ceremonial cap, incised scar designs, nails driven into the eyes and a well handled surface patina. Yoruba peoples, Nigeria, Africa. Th

A Fascinating traditional carved wooden idol from the Yoruba peoples, Ijebu area - Ikorodu village (rare type). The Yoruba have one of the highest incidents of twin births in the world. As a result, t

A carved wooden female figure from the Yoruba peoples known as "Ere Ibeji" or Twin Idol. The mother of twins provides ritual care to such figures, bathing, dressing, adorning, and feeding them. Such d

A very fine Old Yoruba Ibeji twin doll with a deep well handled surface patina and elaborate embellishments such as yellow glass beads, numerous black glass beads and large heavy copper rings. Yoruba

A very old and unique looking pair of Ibeji Twin idol fetish sculptures with very well handled and worn heads, and their bodies completely covered in cowrie shells, and other regalia such as bells , s

A slender carved wooden male twin idol with deep well handled surface patina, accented with blue pigment, and embellished with glass beads. Yoruba peoples, Nigeria, Africa. The sculpture measures 12 i

A Carved wooden twin idol with well handled surface, large eyes, tall coiffure accented with Blue Indigo pigments and adorned with a textile cape decorated with cowrie shells. The Ibeji measures 12 in

A Classic carved wooden twin idol with elongated features, indigo blue dyed coiffure, incised scar designs and a honey colored well handled surface patina. Yoruba peoples, Nigeria, Africa. The sculptu

A carved wooden Twin idol with incised coiffure and facial scars, raised emblem design, inset metal eye ( one missing) and a well handled and worn surface. The Idol measures 10 inches tall, and will a

Carved wooden female effigy with deep well handled surface, well worn facial carving and wear consistent with field use over many years. The sculpture measures 11 inches tall. Yoruba peoples, Nigeria,

A carved wooden personal Twin idol with wonderfully exaggerated facial features and form, well handled surface and overall bold Presence. The idol measures 10.75 inches tall. Yoruba peoples, Nigeria,

A carved wooden male effigy shown wearing a crown like cap, facial scars and a well handled surface patina suggesting age and ritual use. Yoruba peoples, Nigeria, Africa. The sculpture measures 10.75

Carved wooden female effigy with deep facial scars, tall conical hat accented with indigo blue pigments and embellished with glass beads. Well handled and worn suggesting traditional use as a twin ido

Carved wooden female effigy with a board cheeky face and toothy grin. Well handled and worn suggesting traditional use as a twin idol. Yoruba peoples, Nigeria, Africa. The figure measures 9 inches tal

A Carved wooden idol with deep bold scarification , indigo dyed coiffure as well as bead adornment. Yoruba peoples, Nigeria, Africa. In Yoruba culture and spirituality, twins are believed to be magica

Antique Yoruba Ibeji twin idol, Nigeria, Africa. Carved wood with incised coiffure and facial scars. Adorned with bronze armband. Well weathered. Size: 10'' x 2.75'' x 2.5'' (25 x 7 x 6 cm); stand: 2"

A field used old carved wooden Ibeji twin idol with tall conical coiffure and classic style and form, age-appropriate surface patina wear with spots of minute wood loss. Yoruba peoples, Nigeria, Oyo s

A very finely carved wooden Ibeji or Twin Idol. Yoruba peoples, Nigeria, Africa. This idol is adorned with glass beads and deep facial scars. The sculpture measures 11 inches tall. Provenance: From th

A finely carved wooden female effigy with tall elaborate coiffure and deep well handled surface patina. Yoruba peoples, Nigeria, Africa. The figure measures 11 inches tall. Provenance: The Robert Bank

African, Yoruba people of Nigeria, Ibeji twin idol sandstone carving sculpture with two figures sitting back to back with hands over ears and mouths. 4.5" H x 2.5" W x 1.75" D. Provenance: From the es

This is a rare authentic old and field used example of an Ibeji Twin Idol. Carved wood, incised tribal scars, indigo accented coiffure, areas of reddish mineral pigment and areas or decay that suggest

A carved wooden idol from the Yoruba peoples known as "Ere Ibeji" or Twin Idol. The mother provides ritual care to such figures, bathing, dressing, adorning, and feeding them. Such daily handling is r

A carved wooden male idol with tall conical hat with incised designs, traditional facial scars, metal inset eyes and reddish patina with antique glass bead adornment. Yoruba peoples, Nigeria, Africa.