Wood Carved Sculpture, Ibeji, Twins

Wood carving of Ibeji twins sculpted from Jacaranda wood. Artist: O'Louco Issued: c. 1974 Dimensions: 5.25"L x 2.75"W x 11"H Provenance: The Bass Museum of Art

A Vintage wood sculpture from the Yoruba peoples of Nigeria, West Africa. A finely carved male Ibeji or Twin idol, with a very clean, washed surface, and a golden honey color and patina. The idol meas

Pair of African Yoruba, Benin/Nigeria, carved wood ibeji (twin figures); with metal stud and woven embellishments; H: 21 1/2" (each, approx.)

DESCRIPTION: Pair of Antique African "Ere Ibeji" Carved Wood Twin Figures decorated with beaded accents. CIRCA: 19th/20th Cent. ORIGIN: African DIMENSIONS: H: 12" CONDITION: Great condition. See lot d

Ca. mid 20thC. Very good with original patina and minor wood/surface losses. This item(s) is used, and will show multiple areas of age appropriate wear and surface losses. Please view all pictures, as

Ca. second half 20thC. Very good with no major losses, and no repairs. Nice deep, rich patina. This item(s) is used, and will show multiple areas of age appropriate wear and surface losses. Please vie

Pair of African Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figures. Carved wood and pigment, with beaded necklaces. Sizes: 1) 10'' x 3'' x 3'' (25 x 8 x 8 cm); 2) 10.25'' x 3'' x 3'' (26 x 8 x 8 cm). Note: There Are No Hidden

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 YORUBA CARVED WOOD MALE TWIN IBEJI FIGURE, NIGERIA, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY, modeled in a standing position with bulging eyes centering iron nail head decoration beneath incised eyelash details

A Pair of Yoruba Carved and Stained Wood Ibeji Twin Male and Female Figures, The female having trading bead necklace, cast iron bracelet, beaded bracelets and trading bead ankle bracelets. The male ha

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"

This is a rare pair of wood sculpture from the Yoruba peoples of Nigeria, West Africa. Featuring a pair of Twin Idols, male and female. Such idols were used in the Twin cult as mediums to the spirit w

African Yoruba Ibeji Female Twin Figure, Nigeria. Carved wood enhanced with blue pigment and red cinnabar traces. Provenance: Artemis Gallery; Adeon Gallery, Chicago, IL. Size: 9.75'' x 3'' x 4'' (25

Two Old African Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figures. Carved and paint decorated wood with beaded necklaces and belt. Provenance: Collection of Allan Stone, New York. Size: 1) 11.75'' x 3.5'' x 2.5'' (30 x 9 x 6

A Group of Four Yoruba Tribe Carved Wood Female Figures, Comprising of one figure mounted on top of a bell, two Ibeji twins, and one kneeling figure. Tallest dimension: H: 18 in.

Lot 17 African Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figure with Cowrie Shell Cloak wood, cowrie shells Carved wood figure with cowrie shell cloak overall: 9 1/2 x 9 x 5 inches Provenance: Property from the Estate of Ros

A PAIR OF AFRICAN YORUBA IBEJI TWIN FIGURES, NIGERIAN, 19TH/20TH CENTURY, carved wood figures of a male and female twin, each with matching faces, their waist adorned with beads and uplifted on styliz

Ca. mid 20thC. Very good with age-appropriate surface patina wear with spots of minute wood loss. Yoruba female Ibeji/twin figure; Oyo style; tall crested coiffure. Ex-Nooter coll.

Ca. early 20thC, possibly earlier. Very good with possible repair on neck, having original patina from repeated handling (The mother provides ritual care to the figures, bathing, dressing, adorning, a

Ca. mid 20thC. Good condition, with age-appropriate wear. Yoruba female Ibeji twin, with Igbomina facial scarification and an original old glossy patina. Ex-Nooter coll.

Pair of African Yoruba Ibeji (Twins) Figures, Nigeria. Carved and paint decorated wood with beaded jewelry and cowrie shell strands. Provenance: The Miles and Shirley Fiterman Collection, Minneapolis,

Yoruba 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

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

Two Yoruba "Ere Ibeji" carved wood figures with cowrie shell garmentLate 19th/early 20th century; Yoruba Peoples, Nigeria, AfricaAppears unmarkedTwin female statuettes held within a leather carrying b