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$10.98 Shipping Location: United States Type of Object, Carving. Dolls Country of Origin, Nigeria People, Yoruba, Materials, Wood. Pigment, beads, Approximate Age, Last quarter20th ... morecentury, Dimensions, 9.5 inches, Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, superficial crack. Chips, Additional Information: Among the Yoruba. Who have the highest rate of twins in the world, the arrival of twins is seen as both a blessing and an omen because of the high mortality rate. If a twin dies, an image dedicated to Ibeji,the deity of twins, is carved to serve as the earthly abode for the spirit of the deceased. For more information and wonderful examples, see AFRICAN DOLLS FOR PLAY AND MAGIC. By Dagan. Among the Yoruba, twins have special powers, much like the orisha. and are to be treated with respect throughout their lives. If a twin dies, the mother seeks a diviner's advice about which carver should make the ere ibeji to stand in for the dead child. Once the figure is carved, the artist activates it by soaking it in a special solution and rubbing it with specific oils. The mother treats the ere ibeji as if it were alive, feeding, dressing, and bathing the image. Its face is washed with soap or sugarcane fiber, then rubbed with a cloth and indigo or laundry bluing. After a period of time, the facial features may be rubbed away. ISN'T S/HE A DOLL-PLAY AND RITUAL IN AFRICAN SCULPTURE by Cameron. Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 009311* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have pro
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States SIZE(CM): 26.5/7.6 The carving style of the Figure is focused on accentuating the conical head, a sophisticated hairstyle of the Figure, a circular shape ... moreof the eyes and other facial characteristics of the Figure, as well as a harmonious arrangement of different body parts. These attributes symbolize various ethical principles and positive qualities that children should aspire to.
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$14.98 Shipping Location: United States Title, Ibeji Twin Figure Female Yoruba WORN Nigeria Africa, Type of Object, carving, Country of Origin, Nigeria, People, Yoruba, Materials, wood. Pigment, ... moreApproximate Age, mid 20th century, Dimensions, Height 9 inches, Overall Condition, Good  Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, old chips on base and nipples. And scrapes in places, Additional Information: The Yoruba of Nigeria and of the Benin Republic are known for having an extraordinarily high rate of multiple births. The rate of twin births is one of the highest in the world. 45 of every 1,000 births(in the United States it is 28.9 of every 1000) There is also a high mortality rate; half of the twins die shortly after birth. In earlier times. New-born twins, or ibeji, as they are called, were believed to be evil, monstrous abnormalities and infanticide was a common practice. However, such beliefs and practices were later superseded and reversed, and by the middle of the 18th century twins came to be seen as a blessing; they were awarded the status of minor deities, called Orishas, and their arrival was viewed as an omen of good fortune for the family. By the 19th century the cult of the Ere Ibeji was firmly established and continues to this day. The death of one or both twins is regarded as a great calamity for the family, one which requires immediate appeasement of the soul of the deceased child. Though the cause of the high rate of twin births among Yoruba women has not been established. The cultural grieving process is well documented and may be observed in the carving of a figure known as Ere Ibeji, which both represents the lost child and serves as a rit
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$61.48 Shipping Location: Mockau, Germany Size: 45cm.
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$25.45 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States The Yoruba people are the largest ethnic group in Africa. In both countries, the Yoruba constitute the majority population. The history of the Yoruba ... morepeople dates back thousands of years, beginning with the Ife and Benin civilizations.
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$99.00 Shipping Location: Mockau, Germany Big Authentic African Igbo Statue Nigeria. Get images that.
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$25.45 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States The Yoruba people are the largest ethnic group in Africa. In both countries, the Yoruba constitute the majority population. The history of the Yoruba ... morepeople dates back thousands of years, beginning with the Ife and Benin civilizations.
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$25.45 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States The Yoruba people are the largest ethnic group in Africa. In both countries, the Yoruba constitute the majority population. The history of the Yoruba ... morepeople dates back thousands of years, beginning with the Ife and Benin civilizations.
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$25.45 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States The Yoruba people are the largest ethnic group in Africa. In both countries, the Yoruba constitute the majority population. The history of the Yoruba ... morepeople dates back thousands of years, beginning with the Ife and Benin civilizations.
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$69.00 Shipping Location: Mockau, Germany Authentic African Yoruba Statue Nigeria. Size: 70cm.
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$25.45 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States The Yoruba people are the largest ethnic group in Africa. In both countries, the Yoruba constitute the majority population. The history of the Yoruba ... morepeople dates back thousands of years, beginning with the Ife and Benin civilizations.
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$79.00 Shipping Location: Mockau, Germany Authentic African Igbo Female Statue Nigeria. Get images that.
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$86.57 Shipping Location: Mockau, Germany Size: 109cm x34cm.
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Free Shipping Location: Satellite Beach, United States The Yoruba culture is subdivided into a number of cults, each identified by the particular thing that it holds sacred. It is believed that twins are a ... moresingle soul harbored within two bodies, and whatever ill befalls one twin, befalls the spirit of both.
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$25.45 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States The Yoruba people are the largest ethnic group in Africa. In both countries, the Yoruba constitute the majority population. The history of the Yoruba ... morepeople dates back thousands of years, beginning with the Ife and Benin civilizations.
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$25.45 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States The Yoruba people are the largest ethnic group in Africa. In both countries, the Yoruba constitute the majority population. The history of the Yoruba ... morepeople dates back thousands of years, beginning with the Ife and Benin civilizations.
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$26.35 Shipping Location: NOTTINGHAM, United Kingdom Title, Yoruba Pair of Twin Figures Ibeji Nigeria African, Type of Object, Figures. Pair, Country of Origin, Nigeria, People, Yoruba, Materials, Wood. ... moreBeads, pigment, encrustation, Approximate Age, mid 20th century, Dimensions, 12 inches x 4 inches each, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, worn patina. Large crack and chip damage in head of male figure, crack in head of female, minor cracks and chips in places, chipped ears and chipped arms on the female, Additional Information: Yoruba Pair of Twin Figures Ibeji(a male and a female) made by the same artist. Traces of encrustation and wear are evidence that these twins were extensively used. These twins show some age. The Yoruba of Nigeria and of the Benin Republic are known for having an extraordinarily high rate of multiple births. The rate of twin births is one of the highest in the world. 45 of every 1,000 births(in the United States it is 28.9 of every 1000) There is also a high mortality rate; half of the twins die shortly after birth. In earlier times, new-born twins, or ibeji, as they are called, were believed to be evil, monstrous abnormalities and infanticide was a common practice. However, such beliefs and practices were later superseded and reversed, and by the middle of the 18th century twins came to be seen as a blessing; they were awarded the status of minor deities, called Orishas, and their arrival was viewed as an omen of good fortune for the family. By the 19th century the cult of the Ere Ibeji was firmly established and continues to this day. The death of one or both twins is regarded as a great calamity for the fa
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$11.25 Shipping Location: Durham, United States Traditionally, the Yoruba peoples have a high rate of multiple births and have always valued twins as special. The piece is solid, sturdy, incredibly ... morestrong and in especially good stead. It has nice aged earthen deposits throughout.
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$25.45 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States The Yoruba people are the largest ethnic group in Africa. In both countries, the Yoruba constitute the majority population. The history of the Yoruba ... morepeople dates back thousands of years, beginning with the Ife and Benin civilizations.
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$120.00 Shipping Location: Mockau, Germany Large Authentic African Bakongo Statue DR Congo. Size: 110cm.
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$25.45 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States The Yoruba people are the largest ethnic group in Africa. In both countries, the Yoruba constitute the majority population. The history of the Yoruba ... morepeople dates back thousands of years, beginning with the Ife and Benin civilizations.
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$40.69 Shipping Location: BARKING, United Kingdom Condition: See Pictures. Material: Wood.
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$25.45 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States The Yoruba people are the largest ethnic group in Africa. In both countries, the Yoruba constitute the majority population. The history of the Yoruba ... morepeople dates back thousands of years, beginning with the Ife and Benin civilizations.
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$25.45 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States The Yoruba people are the largest ethnic group in Africa. In both countries, the Yoruba constitute the majority population. The history of the Yoruba ... morepeople dates back thousands of years, beginning with the Ife and Benin civilizations.
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$25.45 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States The Yoruba people are the largest ethnic group in Africa. In both countries, the Yoruba constitute the majority population. The history of the Yoruba ... morepeople dates back thousands of years, beginning with the Ife and Benin civilizations.
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$18.05 Shipping Location: Wiscasset, United States EARLY 20TH CENTURY YORUBA TWIN FIGURE WITH DISTINCTIVE CARVING- IBEJI Description: I know that there are distinct regional differences in the style of ... morecarving of Yoruba Ibeji figures. But I don't know enough to distinguish any carving as from a certain place or district. This carving is unlike any others I have handled, showing a kind of freedom or looseness that you don't usually encounter in the modeling and the decoration of Ibeji figures. It is 10 1/2" tall, 3 1/8 Sq. at the base, and in very good condition, with nicely worn surface. Payment: Payment as per eBay instructions. Is by PayPal only, unless it is otherwise necessary that another method be chosen. Shipping: Shipping charges are for shipping only. There is no handling fee. In most cases USPS will be chosen. All fragile items will be double boxed. Which, in the case of larger items, might result in the shipper charging a fee for an oversized package. Books will be mailed Media rate in the US, unless otherwise requested. Terms of Sale: Returns are accepted only with pre-authorization for damaged goods or items misrepresented as to nature or condition. No claims for items not being received will be honored. About Us: Waterstreettribal is a specialized eBay auction site of Water Street Antiques. Long established in Wiscasset, Maine. We offer tribal objects from many cultures as well as antiquities. As freedonia we have been selling on eBay since 1998, and have been in the trade for nearly 40 years. The freedonia listing site offers offers, as does our Wiscasset shop, a variety of goods in fields as varied as nbooks, tools, Orientalia, Americana, nautical, 20th century art, and vintage household items. We attempt to describe our listings with great care, hoping that there are no surprises for the purchaser. Sometimes, as a result, our thouough descriptions make the object sound worse than it is. If you wish more detail concerning an object feel free to contact us.
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$80.00 Shipping Location: Mockau, Germany Large Authentic African Bakongo Statue DR Congo. Size: 82cm.
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$54.76 Shipping Location: BARKING, United Kingdom Condition: See Pictures. Material: Wood,Beads.
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$50.99 Shipping Location: BARKING, United Kingdom Length: 30cm. Weight: 600g.
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$25.45 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States The Yoruba people are the largest ethnic group in Africa. In both countries, the Yoruba constitute the majority population. The history of the Yoruba ... morepeople dates back thousands of years, beginning with the Ife and Benin civilizations.
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$41.00 Shipping Location: 's-Gravenhage - Laakhaven-Oost, Netherlands The Yoruba Peoples regardtwins as extraordinary beings protected by Sango, the deity of thunder. around her right arm. condition: firm, smooth surface, ... moreno restoration, a crack on the backside of the circular base, facial features have declined through the years, probably by intensive touching and rubbing.
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Free Shipping Location: Huntersville, United States Fine African Togo / Ghana Ewe Pole Sculpture. The Ewe, who live in southern Togo and Ghana are the eastern neighbors of Asante. Scarifications and added ... moreclothing and strings of beads reveal family and clan religious and social affiliations.
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$20.08 Shipping Location: LONDON, United Kingdom Abeokuta, Nigeria. Provenance: UK art market.
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$18.82 Shipping Location: LONDON, United Kingdom THIS ITEM WILL BE POSTED FROM LONDON. UK. Click Here. Double your traffic. Get Vendio Gallery- Now FREE! Dimensions. Condition, Postage& Payment Details- ... moremost of the information you will need is here on this page but please get in touch if you don't find what you are looking for. Condition& Dimensions More than just a pretty picture. Try Vendio Image Hosting. Postage& Packing For your peace of mind and mine items will be sent fully insured. I will be posting from WEDNESDAY 24TH APRIL to Monday 29TH APRIL so please make payment as early as possible. PLEASE be a little patient with the post- I will get them posted asap but I work on my own. Often have a fair amount to post and I do pack carefully. I also post in the order that things are paid for. Any delays by the postal services either at my end or abroad are rarely my fault. I always post out at the latest 3 working days after receiving cleared payment but sometimes an item is slowed up by a backlog of post or delayed whilst being processed through customs. To give you an idea it generally takes about 3-7 working days within Europe and 9- 14 working days to the U.S. rest of the world. If speed is of the essence then I can use a courier(DHL/ FEDEX etc. but prices for couriers start at around £30/ £40GBP for the very smallest object and VERY quickly escalate depending on size. Weight and destination. Please note also that there has been a considerable hike in postage prices by the Royal Mail this year. I add on very little, often not enough to cover the packaging materials, so the price I quote really is as fair as possible. UK: 1st Class Recorded Delivery(insured to £50 GBP only) $12 USD. UK: Special Delivery: $14.34 USD. Europe: Royal Mail international signed for(full insurance) $23.71 USD. This is a signed for service which offers full or limited tracking(depending on your country) U.S and rest of the world: Royal Mail international signed for(full insurance) $29.14 USD. This is a signed for service which offers full or limited t
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$59.00 Shipping Location: Philippines Ibeji is the protective Orisha of twins. The Yoruba consider twins to be good luck.
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Free Shipping Location: Huntersville, United States The Yoruba people are concentrated in large urban centers. They live in southwestern Nigeria and south of Benin. The Ibeji statuette is a minor art form. ... moreThe incidence of twin births is extraordinarily high among the Yoruba people, but so is infant mortality.
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$20.08 Shipping Location: LONDON, United Kingdom Yoruba People, Nigeria. Provenance: US art market.
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$43.85 Shipping Location: MELROSE, United Kingdom (I am happy to be corrected, as it may be that they are indeed Yoruba). (Yoruba ibeji twins?). Ethnographic antiques. The hair style of the female is ... moreAshanti (whilst the male appears to be wearing a cap) and the stools certainly look Ashanti.
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$29.50 Shipping Location: France Condition - Split to base front & back and behind right ear. Break across ankles re-stuck.
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$5.87 Shipping Condition: Very Good Location: Los Angeles, United States CHRISTIE'S TRIBAL ART - AMSTERDAM - December 12, 2000. SEE THE OTHER FINE TRIBAL ART BOOKS I HAVE LISTED.
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$5.87 Shipping Condition: Very Good Location: Los Angeles, United States CHRISTIE'S TRIBAL ART - AMSTERDAM - MAY 24, 2000. SEE THE OTHER FINE TRIBAL ART BOOKS I HAVE LISTED.
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$250.94 Shipping Location: EPSOM, United Kingdom This stunning hand-carved wooden figure set depicts the culturally significant Yoruba Tribe Ibeji Twin Figures. The intricate details and unique design ... moreshowcase the exceptional craftsmanship of the carver. The figures are a true original, with a rich history and heritage, making them a highly sought-after piece for collectors of African ethnographic antiques. The figures have a weight of [X] kg and are in their original form. Don't miss the opportunity to add this rare and exquisite piece to your collection.
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$15.55 Shipping Location: Marshall, United States Tribal art, primitive. Painted wood carving of a female. Age cracks on wood.
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AN IBEJI BEADED JACKET YORUBA TRIBE FROM NIGERIA. timbuktu
A CHARACTERFUL Ibeji jacket. Made from cotton and cloth and hand stitched with small glass beads. Lizard detail on the back. Green, red, white and yellow beads in the design. Mask detail and hand stitched collar from Yoruba TRIBE. Nigeria IN NICE CONDITION Lovely example of Yoruba tribe. HEIGHT APPROX 19CM Please free to e-mail us with any questions. We have no intention in profiting from postage if there is a small amount over the cost up to £2 on the bigger items that goes towards or packaging material costs, but anything over £3 difference will be refunded back to customer. Any item over 2kg's can only be sent by courier internationally as Royal mail will not except them, SORRY NO INTERNATIONAL REFUNDS DUE TO POSTAGE COSTS INVOLVED.
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YORUBA ERE IBEJI JACKET #2444 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI JACKET#2444 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Cloth. Cowrie Shells. Size: 7.75" 19.7 cm) Tall. Item: 2444 Condition: Good. This jacket was used as clothing for a Yoruba Ibeji figure. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported ... moreinto the figures. These figures are called ere ibeji. Ibi means born, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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YORUBA ERE IBEJI JACKET #2443 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI JACKET#2443 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Cloth. Cowrie Shells. Size: 9.5" 24.1 cm) Tall. Item: 2443 Condition: Good. This jacket was used as clothing for a Yoruba Ibeji figure. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported ... moreinto the figures. These figures are called ere ibeji. Ibi means born, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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YORUBA ERE IBEJI FIGURE #2442 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI FIGURE#2442 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Pigment, Beads, Cloth, Metal. Size: 11" 28 cm) Tall. Item: 2442 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ... moreere ibeji. Ibi means born, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Feog4d71f%2B%3F4f%3E-1445303783e-0x10a-
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YORUBA ERE IBEJI FIGURE #2441 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI FIGURE#2441 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Pigment Size: 12" 30.5 cm) Tall. Item: 2441 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ere ibeji. Ibi means ... moreborn, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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EXCELLENT PAIR ANTIQUE YORUBA CARVED WOODEN IBEJI TRIBAL TWIN FIGURES W/ BEADS
THIS ITEM WILL BE POSTED FROM THE U.K. Click Here. Double your traffic. Get Vendio Gallery- Now FREE! adding pieces on Friday 21st) including Tribal art. Chinese, Japanese, Indian and European antiques. PLEASE NOTE: This auction is in GB Pounds Sterling Dimensions. Condition, Postage& Payment Details- most of the information you will need is here on this page but please get in touch if you don't find what you are looking for. Condition& Dimensions More than just a pretty picture. Try Vendio Image Hosting. Postage& Packing For your peace of mind and mine items will be sent fully insured. I will be posting from WEDNESDAY 5TH MARCH to MONDAY 10TH MARCH so please make payment as early as possible. Ideally within 3 working days. PLEASE be a little patient with the post- I will get them posted asap but I work on my own, have a large ... moreamount to post and I do pack carefully. I also post in the order that things are paid for. Any delays by the postal services either at my end or abroad are rarely my fault. I always post out at the latest 3 working days after receiving cleared payment but sometimes an item is slowed up by a backlog of post or delayed whilst being processed through customs. To give you an idea it generally takes about 3-7 working days within Europe and 9- 14 working days to the U.S. rest of the world. If speed is of the essence then I can use a courier(DHL/ FEDEX etc. but prices for couriers start at around £30/ £40GBP for the very smallest object and VERY quickly escalate depending on size. Weight and destination. Please note also that there was a considerable hike in postage prices by the Royal Mail last year. I add on very little, often not enough to cover the packaging materials, so the price I quote really is as fair as possible. UK: Special Delivery: £9.25 GBP. Europe: £16.75. Royal Mail Signed For Airmail. This figure does includes £2.60 for insurance over £50 GBP. This is a signed for service which offers full or limited tracking(depending on your country
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Nigeria mid century Yoruba Ibeji
Mid 20th Century Yoruba Ibeji A very well used male Ibeji twin statue from Nigeria Deep and smooth patina at a reddish brown color. Charming dark brown to black pointy hairdo. Metal eyes with character. A crack on the left side of the head adds to its charm and age. Fine carving style with precise detail and otherwise good condition. A genuine tribal object. Nice stature and robustly built. Height at 30 cm. Width of body 7 cm, max depth at chin 7.5 cm. Ships worldwide Handling and Shipping EU: 20 USD Rest of world: 30 USD
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IBEJI STATUE make me an offer
ORIGINAL IBEJI STATUE height: 24cm material: wood. Beads, metal please use mouseover to see the details bigger than life! The item will be shipped from Belgium shipping cost: US 47 $ Belgium 15 $ France. Germany, Great Britan, the Netherlands 25$ rest of europe 47$
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Yoruba Pair of Ibeji Twin Dolls Published, Museum Exhibit African
Title, Yoruba Pair of Ibeji Twin Dolls Published. Museum Exhibition, Type of Object, Twin Figures, People, Yoruba. Oyo or Oshogbo region, Materials, wood. Pigment(indigo, camwood powder) Approximate Age, mid 20th century, Dimensions, 11 inches-12 inches H. Overall Condition, Most ofour pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, small age cracks. Indigo pigment fragile, crack on back proper right side hair, large crack on back center base, Provenance: From the personal Collection of ... moreElizabeth Bennett-Sara F. Luther. Exhibited at the South Dakota Art Museum Published in: Daniel Mato. PhD. Chelsea Cooksey, YORUBA: AN ART OF LIFE. The Bennett-Luther Collection Africa Direct, Denver, Colorado, 2004, fig. 15, p. 30. Additional Information: A fine pair of ibejis. With remnants of blue pigments on heads and slightly shiny patina. Among the Yoruba, who have the highest rate of twins in the world, the arrival of twins is seen as both a blessing and an omen because of the high mortality rate. If a twin died, an image dedicated to Ibeji, the deity of twins, is carved to serve as the earthly abode for the spirit of the deceased. Twins have special powers, much like the orisha. and are to be treated with respect throughout their lives. If a twin dies, the mother seeks a diviner's advice about which carver should make the ere ibeji to stand in for the dead child. Once the figure is carved, the artist activates it by soaking it in a special solution and rubbing it with specific oils. The mother treats the ere ibeji as if it were alive, feeding, dressing, and bathing the image. Its face is washed with soap or sugarcane fiber, then rubbed with a cloth and indigo or laun
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Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figures Male Pair Nigerian Africa SALE Was $99
Title, Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figures Pair Nigerian Africa, Type of Object, Wooden Carvings, Country of Origin, Nigeria, People, Yoruba, Materials, Wood. Pigment Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 11-12 inches tall. 3-3.5 inches wide, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, a few cracks on shorter twin; worn pigments and minor scratches, Additional Information: A well used pair of Ebeji twin figures. Two similarly ... morestyled male figures. The Ere Ibeji will be fed. Washed, clothed and treated as though it were alive and present. On special days such as the twins' birthday, ere Ibeji cult days, mothers will at times go the market place and sing and dance with the Ere Ibeji. They would be honored by other women with presents and money given to them in recognition of their special status as a mother of twins. Ere Ibeji are also identified with the Yoruba Thunder God Shango who is known by red beads around the waist or ankles and often by the application of blue indigo to the hair. Ere Ibeji are carved as small children with adult attributes as to sex, breasts and hairstyles as a result they are fixed in time as children and as adults. Recommended Readings: R. F. Thompson: Black Gods and Kings: Yoruba Art at UCLA. Los Angeles, 1971) M. H. Houlberg: Ibeji Images of the Yoruba, African Arts, vii/1, 1973, pp. 20-27, 91-2 M. Stoll and G. Stoll: Ibeji: Twin Figures of the Yoruba, Munich, 1980) Abiodun, A, H. J. Drewal and J. Pemberton III: Yoruba Art and Aesthetics, Zurich,1991) 77053* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa D
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Cowried Cotton Cap for Ibeji Twin Figure Yoruba Nigeria Africa
Title, Cowried Cotton Cap for Ibeji Twin Figure Yoruba Nigeria Africa Type of Object, Cap, Country of Origin, Nigeria, People, Yoruba, Materials, cotton. Cowrie shells. Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 4 inches x 3 inches Overall Condition, Good:  Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Dust, a few cowrie shells missing, Damage/Repair, Dust. Stains, wear, Additional Information: This is a cap made to be worn by an ibeji twin figure ... moreâEre Ibeji. The Yoruba of Nigeria and of the Benin Republic are known for having an extraordinarily high rate of multiple births. The rate of twin births is one of the highest in the world. 45 of every 1,000 births(in the United States it is 28.9 of every 1000) There is also a high mortality rate; half of the twins die shortly after birth. In earlier times. New-born twins, or ibeji, as they are called, were believed to be evil, monstrous abnormalities and infanticide was a common practice. However, such beliefs and practices were later superseded and reversed, and by the middle of the 18th century twins came to be seen as a blessing; theywere awarded the status of minor deities, called Orishas, and their arrival was viewed as an omen of good fortune for the family. By the 19th century the cult of the Ere Ibeji was firmly established and continues to this day. The death of one or both twins is regarded as a great calamity for the family, one which requires immediate appeasement of the soul of the deceased child. Recommended Reading: YORUBA-THE ART OF LIFE-THE BENNETT_LUTHER COLLECTION. Dr. Daniel Mato, by permission. 78027* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Afri
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IBEJI Offa (Nigeria) 1935 RARE - Fon, Dan, Venavi, Akan, Ashanti, Yoruba, Punu
Ibeji Offa from Nigeria(1935) A rare example of Ibeji Offa in perfect condition classified as hard to find. Simply terrific. This figure is a great addition to any collection of Ibeji. Hard wood. Great patina, no damage or restauration. Height 26 cm- Dated about 1935-40 Shipping Worldwide- 7 $ All the questions are welcome. Answer asap Payment by Paypal or money bank transfer IBAN Other interesting items online. Thanks Pubblicato con
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YORUBA IBEJI TWIN FIGURE SET WITH BEADED COATS #2423 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA IBEJI TWIN SET WITH BEADED COATS#2423 Tribe: Yoruba Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Pigment, cloth, beads, metal. Size: 12" 30.48 cm) Long. Item: 2423 Condition: Used. Good.see images) The Yoruba are known for their extraordinarily high rate of multiple births and one of the highest in the world as regards twin birth. At one point in the past twins known as Ibeji. Were thought by the Yoruba to be evil and were quickly killed as they were considered to be monsters and abnormal. However, a cult of twins developed in which the twins were now seen to be minor deities who blessed their families with good fortune. The death of either of the twins or both is thought to be calamitous for the family that must be remedied by appeasing the soul of the deceased child through the carving of a figure put in the care of the mother who will ... moretreat the small wooden figure as though it were the deceased twin and alive. Ere ibeji are also identified with the Yoruba Thunder God Shango who is known by red and blue beads as worn by this old figure around the waist. Wrists or neck and often by the application of blue indigo to the hair. Ere ibeji are carved as small children with adult attributes as to sex, breasts and hairstyles and as a result they are fixed in time as adults. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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Yoruba Ere Ibeji Twin Figure on Custom Stand Nigeria Africa
Title, Yoruba Ere Ibeji Twin Figure on Custom Stand Nigeria Africa, Type of Object, Carving. Sculpture, Country of Origin, Nigeria People, Yoruba. Igbomina area, Materials, Wood. Pigment, Approximate Age, Second half 20th century, Dimensions, Height 13 inches with Stand; 11 inches H. figure only, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, cracks in head and neck on left side. Chips in head and ears, in mouth and in breasts, ... moreYoruba Ere Ibeji Twin Figure. Nigeria, African Additional Information: In earlier times. New-born twins, or ibeji, as they are called, were believed to be evil, monstrous abnormalities and infanticide was a common practice. However, such beliefs and practices were later superseded and reversed, and by the middle of the 18th century twins came to be seen as a blessing; they were awarded the status of minor deities, called Orishas, and their arrival was viewed as an omen of good fortune for the family. By the 19th century the cult of the Ere Ibeji was firmly established and continues to this day. The death of one or both twins is regarded as a great calamity for the family, one which requires immediate appeasement of the soul of the deceased child. Though the cause of the high rate of twin births among Yoruba women has not been established. The cultural grieving process is well documented and may be observed in the carving of a figure known as Ere Ibeji, which both represents the lost child and serves as a ritual point of contact with the soul of the deceased. The carving of the Ere Ibeji is commissioned under the guidance of an Ifa diviner, a Babalowo, whom the parents consult
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YORUBA IBEJI DIVINATION BOARD - OPON IFA
YORUBA WOODEN DIVINATION BOARD( Opon Ifa) NIGERIA Dimensions: 14.25 inches x 10.75 inches x 1.25 inches This divination board( Opon Ifa) has extensive signs of age and ritual use. It is oval in shape and carved with a many Yoruba figures on the outer rim. Some of the figures represent Eshu. The messenger deity who acts as a medium between the human and spirit realms, specifically to Ifa, the god of divination. The center of the board is depressed to accommodate the various sacred materials used in the divination process. The divination board comes with a custom-made stand.
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Sotheby's Tribal Art NY 2002- Ibeji, Akuaba, Songye, Fang, Senufo, Dogon, Dan
SOTHEBY'S ARTS OF AFRICA. OCEANIA& THE AMERICAS NEW YORK- MAY 17. 2002 280 pages. 368 lots, Soft Cover, Stunning color pictures, Like new condition, A reference catalog for conosseur(Luba. Baule, Yruba, Bembe, Dan, Yoruba, Dogon, Igbo, Songye, Nkisy, Kongo, Sepik, Youat River, etc. Shipping Worldwide signed mail: 10 $ All the questions are welcome. Answer asap Payment by Paypal or money bank transfer IBAN Other interesting items online. Thanks Pubblicato con
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Sotheby's Klaus Perls Collection '03- Ibeji, Yoruba, Songye, Chockwe, Punu, Dan
SOTHEBY'S THE KLAUS G. PERLS COLLECTIONS 23/07/2003. 204 pages, 319 lots, Hard Cover, Stunning color pictures, Like new condition, A reference catalog of Tribal and Antiquities art Shipping Worldwide signed mail: 10 $ All the questions are welcome. Answer asap Payment by Paypal or money bank transfer IBAN Other interesting items online. Thanks Pubblicato con
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Sotheby's African Art Catalog NY 11/2004 - Ibeji, Yoruba, Songye, Punu, Dan, Tiv
SOTHEBY'S African. Oceanic and Pre-Columbian art New York 11/11/2004 256 pages. 301 lots, Soft Cover, Stunning color pictures, Like new condition, A reference catalog of Tribal art Shipping Worldwide signed mail: 10 $ All the questions are welcome. Answer asap Payment by Paypal or money bank transfer IBAN Other interesting items online. Thanks Pubblicato con
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Sotheby's Kuhn Collection Catalog '91- Ibeji, Akuaba, Songye, Chockwe, Punu, Dan
SOTHEBY'S THE KUHN COLLECTION OF AFRICAN ART 20/11/1991. 135 pages, 141 lots, Hard Cover, Stunning color pictures, Like new condition, A reference catalog Shipping Worldwide signed mail: 10 $ All the questions are welcome. Answer asap Payment by Paypal or money bank transfer IBAN Other interesting items online. Thanks Pubblicato con
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Akuaba doll (Ghana) - Teke, Ibeji, Yoruba, Fon, Songye, Punu, Tiv, Venavi, Dan
Akua'ba- Ashanti doll from Ghana An old. Sweet, and sincere Akuaba doll collected on field in Kumasi region. About 1968. The dark stain surface has been well worn over time. Repainted after every use. Adorned with old beads. Height 30.5 cm- Dated about 1965 Shipping Worldwide- USA 15 $. Europe EEC 12 $. Rest of the World 22 $ Low starting price for the quality All the questions are welcome. Answer asap Payment by Paypal or money bank transfer IBAN Other interesting items online. Thanks
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VENAVI KETU (Benin) RARE - Ibeji, Fon, Dan, African doll, Ashanti, Yoruba
Venavi Ketu- Benin(1945) Venavi female Ketu from Benin close to Nigeria border. Fine figure with a perfect symmetry of shape. Work of a master-carver. Hard wood with a really smooth patina. Face features obliterated from years of handling, feet lost for cerimonial purpose. Height: 25.5 cm- Dated: about 1940/50 Museum quality figure. Shipping Worldwide: 7 $ All the questions are welcome. Answer asap Payment by Paypal or money bank transfer IBAN Other interesting items online. Thanks
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IBEJI Ila Orangun (1935) RARE - Ibeji, Fon, Dan, Venavi, Akan, Ashanti, Yoruba
Ibeji Ila Orangun from Nigeria(Dated about 1935/40) A fine example of Ibeji male from Ila Orangun in perfect condition. Carved by a master carver. This figure will be a great addition to any collection of Ibeji. Hard wood. Trace of camwood, fine details, no damage or restauration. Height 27 cm- Dated about 1935-40 Shipping Worldwide- 7 $ All the questions are welcome. Answer asap Payment by Paypal or money bank transfer IBAN Other interesting items online. Thanks Pubblicato con
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Yoruba Ere Ibeji Twin Figure Female African SALE Was $290
Type of Object, Male Memorial Figure(Ere Ibeji) Country of Origin, Nigeria, People, Yoruba, Materials, Wood. Blue(indigo) powder pigment, Approximate Age, Secod half Twentieth Century. Dimensions, Height is 10 inches, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, general wear. Minor cracks in places, Yoruba Ere Ibeji Twin Figure. African Region/Area: Osogbo-Oyo Region Additional Information: A standing miniature figure with high ... morechignon hairstyle and scarification patterns on the cheeks. Traces of blue and white powders are seen on the surface. The harmonious balance and the great serenity shown on this figure are the main traits of the Yoruba of Osogho Oyo region. This figure belongs to the category of twin figure. Ere Ibeji. The Yoruba are known for their extraordinarily high rate of multiple births and one of the highest in the world as regards twin birth. At one point in the past twins known as Ibeji. Were thought by the Yoruba to be evil and were quickly killed as they were considered to be monsters and abnormal. But a cult of twins developed in which the twins were now seen to be minor deities who blessed their families with good fortune. The death of either of the twins or both is thought to be calamitous for the family that must be remedied by appeasing the soul of the deceased child through the carving of a figure put in the care of the mother who will treat the small wooden figure as though it were the deceased twin and alive Ere ibeji are also identified with the Yoruba Thunder God Shango who is known by red and blue beads as worn by this old figure around the waist, wrists or neck and often b
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Sweet East African? Terracotta Doll Fine African Miniature Tribal Art Doll Ibeji
On offer- an expressive old terra-cotta tribal doll from a private American collection. 5 inches approx. Possessing expressive charm through its diminutive features. Its adorned with old pigments and a wrapped fiber dress. The female figure is missing one arm from excessive handling; this does not detract from the object at all- it appears to be an old break. Posted with
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Crowned Ibeji Male and Female Pair, Yoruba / Nigeria / Santeria / Lucumi
Auction for an Ere Ibeji pair from Nigeria. Measuring 9 1/2" by 3" When the carving of the Ere Ibeji is completed. The artist is given a feast and payment as determined by the Orishas. Once the figure is brought to the family dwelling, it is placed on a shrine dedicated to Elegba with the hope that the Orisha or soul, which was split in two parts when the twins were born, will now again reside in the figure that represents the dead twin. The sculpted figure is treated and cared for as if it were alive. It is rubbed in sacramental oil, washed, fed, clothed, sung to and prayed to. It is kept standing during the day, and is laid down at night. Often it will be dressed in the same clothing as the living twin, or be decorated in a beaded vest or shown with raised sandals, indicating possible royal connections. The responsibility of caring ... morefor the ibeji is borne by the mother and female family members of subsequent generations. The sculpture is expected to avert evil from the household, strengthen the manifestations of family love, stare down death, illuminate the pathway through the valley of immortality, and bring good fortune to all who treat it with respect and offer it tokens of affection. Conversely, bad fortune and curses may be engendered if the ibeji is ignored. Bid with confidence. No reserves! P lease see my other auctions for great deals.
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Lot 77, Oshe Shango / Chango Dance Wand & Ibeji Pair, Nigeria / Santeria
PLEASE NOTE: PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED WITHIN 4 DAYS OF PURCHASE. BECAUSE OF RECENT PROBLEMS WITH PAYMENTS NOT RECEIVED. I SET EBAY TO AUTOMATICALLY OPEN A CASE IF PAYMENT IS NOT RECEIVED WITHIN 4 DAYS. This auction is for an Oshe Shango dance wand and Ibeji pair. Oshe Shango staffs/wands are carried by devotees. Primarily women, of the god Shango at annual festivals and other occasions. Shango's power is displayed in thunder and lightening. Shango was the 4th King of Oyo. He misused his power and the city was destroyed by thunderstorms; Shango was exiled and later died. When Oyo continued to suffer devastation, his followers believed that it was Shango's revenge and declared him an Orisha(god) The Shango cult grew, and their dances are marked by violent and aggressive movements to the sharp beat of drums. Wands display Shango's ... morethunderaxe and feature kneeling women as representatives of all supplicants. They often hold or lift their breasts. This old Oshe Shango dance wand comes with a custom made cast iron base specifically for this piece. Can be easily removed from base. Measurements as follow: Oshe Shango wand 22" in height by 6" at width. Ibejis 9 1/2" by 3" INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING PRICES HAVE GREATLY INCREASED BY THE POST OFFICE. IF ACTUAL SHIPPING PRICE IS UNDER WHAT THE BUYER PAID I WILL REIMBURSE THE BUYER THE DIFFERENCE. IF OVER I WILL TAKE THE LOSS. RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp*3A%3Cd%3Ff6%3E-144ab418a42-0xf1-
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Lot 58, Ibeji Male & Female Twins. Yoruba /Santeria / Ifa
Here is a fine example of Ere Ibeji Twins with red(Shango) protective beads. Yoruba Nigeria, measuring 10" by 3" When the carving of the Ere Ibeji is completed. The artist is given a feast and payment as determined by the Orishas. Once the figure is brought to the family dwelling, it is placed on a shrine dedicated to Elegba with the hope that the Orisha or soul, which was split in two parts when the twins were born, will now again reside in the figure that represents the dead twin. The sculpted figure is treated and cared for as if it were alive. It is rubbed in sacramental oil, washed, fed, clothed, sung to and prayed to. It is kept standing during the day, and is laid down at night. Often it will be dressed in the same clothing as the living twin, or be decorated in a beaded vest or shown with raised sandals, indicating possible ... moreroyal connections. The responsibility of caring for the ibeji is borne by the mother and female family members of subsequent generations. The sculpture is expected to avert evil from the household, strengthen the manifestations of family love, stare down death, illuminate the pathway through the valley of immortality, and bring good fortune to all who treat it with respect and offer it tokens of affection. Conversely, bad fortune and curses may be engendered if the ibeji is ignored. PLEASE NOTE: PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED WITHIN 4 DAYS OF PURCHASE. BECAUSE OF RECENT PROBLEMS WITH PAYMENTS NOT RECEIVED. I SET EBAY TO AUTOMATICALLY OPEN A CASE IF PAYMENT IS NOT RECEIVED WITHIN 4 DAYS. Bid with confidence. No reserves! P lease see my other auctions for great deals. Posted with 336.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fvo%7B%3Dd70f%2B%3E336-144bdc61c55-0x103-
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Lot 33, Collectable / Old Eshu Dance Wand w/Ibeji Figures, Yoruba / Santeria
Eshu(other names include Exu. Esu Eleggua. Esu Elegbara. Eshu Elegbara. Elegba. Legba. And Eleda) is an. And one of the most known deities of the and related. He has a wide range of responsibilities: the protector of travelers. Deity of roads, particularly crossroads, the deity with the power over fortune and misfortune, and the personification of death, a. Eshu is involved within the(also spelled Orisha or Orixa) system of the Yoruba as well as in African diasporic faiths like and developed by the descendants of enslaved West Africans in the Americas. Where Eshu was sometimes identified with. Or. Depending on the situation or location. He is often identified by the number three, and the colours red& black or white& black, and his caminos or paths(compare: are often represented carrying a cane. Shepherd's crook, as well as a pipe. ... moreEshu is a god of Chaos and. And plays frequently tempting choices for the purpose of causing maturation. He is a difficult teacher, but a good one. As an example, Eshu was walking down the road one day, wearing a hat that was on one side and on the other. Sometime after he departed. The villagers who had seen him began arguing about whether the stranger's hat was black or red. The villagers on one side of the road had only been capable of seeing the black side, and the villagers on the other side had only been capable of seeing the red half. They nearly fought over the argument, until Eshu came back and cleared the mystery, teaching the villagers about how one's perspective can alter a person's perception of reality, and that one can be easily fooled. In other versions of this tale, the two tribes were not stopped short of violence; they actually annihilated each other, and Eshu laughed at the result, saying"Bringing strife is my greatest joy" Carved approximately late 1970's to mid 1980's. MEASURES 15" IN HEIGHT BY 3" AT WIDTH BY 6' AT DEPTH. SECURED ON A BEAUTIFULLY POLISHED WOODEN BASE. PLEASE NOTE: PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED WITH
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SUPERB YORUBA IBEJI TWIN FIGURE WITH BEADED COAT #2427 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA IBEJI TWIN BEADED JACKET#2427 Tribe: Yoruba Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Pigment, cloth, beads, metal. Size: 10.5" 26.7 cm) Tall. Item: 2427 Condition: Used. Good.see images) The Yoruba are known for their extraordinarily high rate of multiple births and one of the highest in the world as regards twin birth. At one point in the past twins known as Ibeji. Were thought by the Yoruba to be evil and were quickly killed as they were considered to be monsters and abnormal. However, a cult of twins developed in which the twins were now seen to be minor deities who blessed their families with good fortune. The death of either of the twins or both is thought to be calamitous for the family that must be remedied by appeasing the soul of the deceased child through the carving of a figure put in the care of the mother who will treat ... morethe small wooden figure as though it were the deceased twin and alive. Ere ibeji are also identified with the Yoruba Thunder God Shango who is known by red and blue beads as worn by this old figure around the waist. Wrists or neck and often by the application of blue indigo to the hair. Ere ibeji are carved as small children with adult attributes as to sex, breasts and hairstyles and as a result they are fixed in time as adults. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fvo%7B%3Dd70f%2Bf%60%60%3E-144c6cc45f9-0x11a-
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SUPERB YORUBA IBEJI TWIN FIGURE WITH BEADED COAT #2428 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA IBEJI TWIN BEADED JACKET#2428 Tribe: Yoruba Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Pigment, cloth, beads, metal. Size: 10" 25.4 cm) Tall. Item: 2428 Condition: Used. Good.see images) The Yoruba are known for their extraordinarily high rate of multiple births and one of the highest in the world as regards twin birth. At one point in the past twins known as Ibeji. Were thought by the Yoruba to be evil and were quickly killed as they were considered to be monsters and abnormal. However, a cult of twins developed in which the twins were now seen to be minor deities who blessed their families with good fortune. The death of either of the twins or both is thought to be calamitous for the family that must be remedied by appeasing the soul of the deceased child through the carving of a figure put in the care of the mother who will treat the ... moresmall wooden figure as though it were the deceased twin and alive. Ere ibeji are also identified with the Yoruba Thunder God Shango who is known by red and blue beads as worn by this old figure around the waist. Wrists or neck and often by the application of blue indigo to the hair. Ere ibeji are carved as small children with adult attributes as to sex, breasts and hairstyles and as a result they are fixed in time as adults. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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Vintage Abeokuta Ibeji Twin
A F R I C A a venerable old Ibeji twin figure carved from the Abeokuta region about 9 1/4"23.5cm) tall traditional Yoruba twin figure age + artistry 11.25 Flat Rate Insured U.S. Mailing Authentic artifact of African culture please see all our unusual and interesting ethnographic auctions on eBay now
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YORUBA IBEJI TWINS Nigeria Pair COWRIE SHELL VESTS African Art Collectible
Normal 0 false false false Normal 0 false false false YORUBA IBEJI TWINS Nigeria Pair Cowrie Shell Vests African Art Collectibles· Each Measures: 10 ½” High x 6 ½” Wide x 4 ½” Deep· Nice Brown Patina· Brown Fabric Vests covered in Cowrie Shells· These truly shows signs of much use and have a slight tribal smoke smell· Normal wear for old pieces like these(looks like part of the male headdress is chipped) also note that his left ear and her right ear have the same type of damage…looks like it was done on purpose as part of the carving) Normal age cracks with old wood· Not sure of the age but appear to be very old(20 th Century) I acquired these from Prague Czech· Phenominal Pair of Ibeji Twins I will be offering many pieces from my personal collection. CHECK BACK OFTEN. I have a passion for ... morethese items and each piece is a Powerful Treasure. If you are looking for a particular type of piece just ask. I might have one. I will list a wide range of prices. So everyone can add to their collection. Info about Yoruba and Ibeji Twins: The Yoruba are a major African ethnic group; in their culture twins are traditionally very important beings. In the Yoruba language"ibeji" literally means"twins" Carved wooden figures made to house the soul of a dead twin are also called ibeji. These wooden figures. Six to ten inches high and carved with the family mask, are often well tended. The Yoruba people believe that this care and tending helps ensure the survival of the other twin. In the Yoruba traditional religion, there is a deity that represents twins called Orisha Ibeji or Orisa Ibeji. Traditionally. When twins were born, the parents would visit a Babalawo, meaning, father of mysteries" to find out their wishes. The first of the twins to be born is traditionally named Taiyewo or Tayewo, which means'the first to taste the world' this is often shortened to Taiwo, Taiye, or Taye. Kehinde, the last to come" is the name of the last-born twin. Thes
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YORUBA ERE IBEJI FIGURE #2458 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI FIGURE#2458 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Pigment. Size: 12.25" 31.1 cm) Tall. Item: 2458 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ere ibeji. Ibi ... moremeans born, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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YORUBA ERE IBEJI FIGURE #2459 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI FIGURE#2459 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Pigment. Size: 12" 30.5 cm) Tall. Item: 2459 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ere ibeji. Ibi means ... moreborn, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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Lot 54, Ibeji Male Twins. Yoruba /Santeria / Ifa
Here is a fine example of Ere Ibeji male Twins. Yoruba Nigeria, measuring 10" by 3" When the carving of the Ere Ibeji is completed. The artist is given a feast and payment as determined by the Orishas. Once the figure is brought to the family dwelling, it is placed on a shrine dedicated to Elegba with the hope that the Orisha or soul, which was split in two parts when the twins were born, will now again reside in the figure that represents the dead twin. The sculpted figure is treated and cared for as if it were alive. It is rubbed in sacramental oil, washed, fed, clothed, sung to and prayed to. It is kept standing during the day, and is laid down at night. Often it will be dressed in the same clothing as the living twin, or be decorated in a beaded vest or shown with raised sandals, indicating possible royal connections. The responsibility ... moreof caring for the ibeji is borne by the mother and female family members of subsequent generations. The sculpture is expected to avert evil from the household, strengthen the manifestations of family love, stare down death, illuminate the pathway through the valley of immortality, and bring good fortune to all who treat it with respect and offer it tokens of affection. Conversely, bad fortune and curses may be engendered if the ibeji is ignored. PLEASE NOTE: PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED WITHIN 4 DAYS OF PURCHASE. BECAUSE OF RECENT PROBLEMS WITH PAYMENTS NOT RECEIVED. I SET EBAY TO AUTOMATICALLY OPEN A CASE IF PAYMENT IS NOT RECEIVED WITHIN 4 DAYS. Bid with confidence. No reserves! P lease see my other auctions for great deals. Posted with
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Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figure Beaded Vest Nigeria African SALE Was $450
Title, Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figure with Beaded Vest/ Gown Nigeria African, Type of Object, Twin Figure, Country of Origin, Nigeria, People, Yoruba, Materials, Wood. Beads, cotton cloth Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, Height 9.5 inches x 2.75 inches W. Tunic: 5.5 inches x 6 inches Overall Condition, good, Damage/Repair, cracks in figure's head. Worn tunic, dust, Additional Information: An interesting Yoruba Ibeji twin figure with its well woven beaded tunic. Vest, or gown! The figure shows evidence of intensive use and good age. The Yoruba of Nigeria and of the Benin Republic are known for having an extraordinarily high rate of multiple births. The rate of twin births is one of the highest in the world. 45 of every 1,000 births(in the United States it is 28.9 of every 1000) There is also a high mortality rate; half of the twins ... moredie shortly after birth. In earlier times. New-born twins, or ibeji, as they are called, were believed to be evil, monstrous abnormalities and infanticide was a common practice. However, such beliefs and practices were later superseded and reversed, and by the middle of the 18th century twins came to be seen as a blessing; theywere awarded the status of minor deities, called Orishas, and their arrival was viewed as an omen of good fortune for the family. By the 19th century the cult of the Ere Ibeji was firmly established and continues to this day. The death of one or both twins is regarded as a great calamity for the family, one which requires immediate appeasement of the soul of the deceased child. Though the cause of the high rate of twin births among Yoruba women has not been established. The cultural grieving process is well documented and may be observed in the carving of a figure known as Ere Ibeji, which both represents the lost child and serves as a ritual point of contact with the soul of the deceased. The carving of the Ere Ibeji is commissioned under the guidance of an Ifa diviner, a Babalowo, whom the parents consult in selecting the particular artist who will
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CATALOG DOROTHEUM VIENNA 2011 Col. Leopold CHOKWE, LEGA, FANG,MANGBETU,IBEJI
DOROTHEUM STAMMESKUNST/TRIBAL ART. 3. MAI 2011. SAMMLUNG LEOPOLD. VIENNA. AFRIKA. ORIENT; ASIEN, INDONESIEN, OZEANIEN, AMERIKA. PAGES: 89 LOTS: 152 USED CONDITION. TEXT: GERMAN
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Lot 58, Ibeji Male & Female w/Protective Beads. Yoruba /Santeria / Ifa /Yemaya
Here is a fine example of Ere Ibeji Male Twin with protective beads. Yoruba Nigeria, measuring 9" by 3" When the carving of the Ere Ibeji is completed. The artist is given a feast and payment as determined by the Orishas. Once the figure is brought to the family dwelling, it is placed on a shrine dedicated to Elegba with the hope that the Orisha or soul, which was split in two parts when the twins were born, will now again reside in the figure that represents the dead twin. The sculpted figure is treated and cared for as if it were alive. It is rubbed in sacramental oil, washed, fed, clothed, sung to and prayed to. It is kept standing during the day, and is laid down at night. Often it will be dressed in the same clothing as the living twin, or be decorated in a beaded vest or shown with raised sandals, indicating possible royal ... moreconnections. The responsibility of caring for the ibeji is borne by the mother and female family members of subsequent generations. The sculpture is expected to avert evil from the household, strengthen the manifestations of family love, stare down death, illuminate the pathway through the valley of immortality, and bring good fortune to all who treat it with respect and offer it tokens of affection. Conversely, bad fortune and curses may be engendered if the ibeji is ignored. PLEASE NOTE: PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED WITHIN 4 DAYS OF PURCHASE. BECAUSE OF RECENT PROBLEMS WITH PAYMENTS NOT RECEIVED. I SET EBAY TO AUTOMATICALLY OPEN A CASE IF PAYMENT IS NOT RECEIVED WITHIN 4 DAYS. Bid with confidence. No reserves! P lease see my other auctions for great deals.
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YORUBA ERE IBEJI SET #2470 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI SET#2471 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Pigment. Size: 13" 33 cm) 11.5(29.2 cm) Tall. Item: 2471 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ere ibeji. ... moreIbi means born, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figure Beaded Vest Nigeria African SALE Was $350
Title, Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figure Wearing Beaded Vest Nigeria African, Type of Object, figure. Doll, Country of Origin, Nigeria, People, Yoruba, Materials, Wood. Beads, cotton cloth, Approximate Age, Mid 20th century, Dimensions, Height 13.25 inches, Overall Condition, Good.  Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Dust. Damage tin face, cracks in head, body, and base, head has been repaired, chips. Additional Information: The Yoruba of Nigeria ... moreand of the Benin Republic are known for having an extraordinarily high rate of multiple births. There is also a high mortality rate; half of the twins die shortly after birth. In earlier times. New-born twins, or ibeji, as they are called, were believed to be evil, monstrous abnormalities and infanticide was a common practice. However, such beliefs and practices were later superseded and reversed, and by the middle of the 18th century twins came to be seen as a blessing; they were awarded the status of minor deities, called Orishas, and their arrival was viewed as an omen of good fortune for the family. By the 19th century the cult of the Ere Ibeji was firmly established and continues to this day. The death of one or both twins is regarded as a great calamity for the family, one which requires immediate appeasement of the soul of the deceased child. Though the cause of the high rate of twin births among Yoruba women has not been established. The cultural grieving process is well documented and may be observed in the carving of a figure known as Ere Ibeji, which both represents the lost child and serves as a ritual point of contact with the soul of the deceased. The carving of th
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Pair of Vintage Carved Ibeji African Figures Nigeria
Nice pair of Ibeji figures 10" tall. Beautifully carved.
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YORUBA IBEJI FIGURES EGBADO REGION
FOR AUCTION A PAIR OF YORUBA IBEJI FIGURES CARVED IN NIGERIA IN THE EGBADO REGION THE WOOD IS HARD AND THE FIGURES MEASURE 9 1/4 INCHES TALL THE STARTING BID IS 129.00 AND BUYER PAYS SHIPPING COST PAYMENT THROUGH PAYPAL WITHIN ONE DAY AFTER FINAL SALE
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Yoruba Female Ibeji Twin Doll with Skirt African SALE Was $145
Type of Object, Carving. Doll Country of Origin, Nigeria People, Yoruba, Materials, Wood. Pigment, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 11.5 inches H. Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, cracks in head and base. Wear in places, Additional Information: A Female ibeji figure. Yoruba people. Nigeria. Mid twentieth century. Among the Yoruba. Who have the highest rate of twins in the world, the arrival of twins is seen as both a blessing and an omen, because of the high mortality rate. If a twin dies, an image dedicated to Ibeji,the deity of twins, is carved to serve as the earthly abode for the spirit of the deceased. See AFRICAN DOLLS FOR PLAY AND MAGIC, by Dagan and ISN'T S/HE A DOLL-PLAY AND RITUAL IN AFRICAN SCULPTURE by Cameron. Among the Yoruba, twins have special powers, much like the orisha and are ... moreto be treated with respect throughout their lives. If a twin dies, the mother seeks a diviner's advice about which carver should make the ere ibeji for the dead child. Once the figure is carved, the artist activates it by soaking it in a special solution and rubbing it with specific oils. The mother treats the ere ibeji as if it were alive, feeding, dressing, and bathing the image. Its face is washed with soap or sugarcane fiber, then rubbed with a cloth and indigo or laundry bluing. After a period of time, the facial features may be rubbed away. 74547* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems
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Yoruba Ibeji Figure Beaded Jacket Nigeria African
Title, Yoruba Ere Ibeji Figure With Beaded Jacket in blue Yellow Nigeria African, Type of Object, Carving, Country of Origin, Nigeria, People, Yoruba, Materials, Wood. Cowrie shells, cotton cloth, pigment, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 9.75" H. x 5.5" W. Overall Condition, Fair to good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, worn patina. Shallow cracks, chips, scratches, and scrapes in places, dust ... moreon jacket, Yoruba Ere Ibeji Figure With Beaded Jacket Africa. Additional Information: A standing figure with a Yoruba traditional headdress in chignon. The figure is wearing a jacket made out of cotton cloth ont whch wih yellow and blue bads onto it. The Yoruba of Nigeria and of the Benin Republic are known for having an extraordinarily high rate of multiple births. In earlier times. New-born twins, or ibeji, as they are called, were believed to be evil, monstrous abnormalities and infanticide was a common practice. However, such beliefs and practices were later superseded and reversed, and by the middle of the 18th century twins came to be seen as a blessing; they were awarded the status of minor deities, called Orishas, and their arrival was viewed as an omen of good fortune for the family. By the 19th century the cult of the Ere Ibeji was firmly established and continues to this day. The death of one or both twins is regarded as a great calamity for the family, one which requires immediate appeasement of the soul of the deceased child. Though the cause of the high rate of twin births among Yoruba women has not been established. The cultural grieving process is well documen
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Yoruba Ere Ibeji Twin Figure Male Nigeria African
Title, Yoruba Ere Ibeji Twin Figure Nigeria African, Type of Object, Carved sculpture, Country of Origin, Nigeria People, Yoruba, Materials, Wood. Pigment. Beads Approximate Age, 20th century/ last quarter Dimensions, 11 inches H x 3 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, worn patina. Chipped hairstyle, hole in head near ear, Yoruba Ere Ibeji Twin standing Male Figure. Nigeria, African Additional Information: ... moreThe Yoruba of Nigeria and of the Benin Republic are known for having an extraordinarily high rate of multiple births. The rate of twin births is one of the highest in the world. 45 of every 1,000 births(in the United States it is 28.9 of every 1000) There is also a high mortality rate; half of the twins die shortly after birth. In earlier times. New-born twins, or ibeji, as they are called, were believed to be evil, monstrous abnormalities and infanticide was a common practice. However, such beliefs and practices were later superseded and reversed, and by the middle of the 18th century twins came to be seen as a blessing; they were awarded the status of minor deities, called Orishas, and their arrival was viewed as an omen of good fortune for the family. By the 19th century the cult of the Ere Ibeji was firmly established and continues to this day. The death of one or both twins is regarded as a great calamity for the family, one which requires immediate appeasement of the soul of the deceased child. Though the cause of the high rate of twin births among Yoruba women has not been established. The cultural grieving process is well documented and may be observed in the carving o
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Yoruba Tribe Carved & Beaded Sacred Ibeji Twin Statues ~ Nigeria
This is an outstanding set of sacred Ibeji Twins imported from the Yoruba tribe of Nigeria. They have been hand-carved from a heavyweight wood and adorned with an elaborate presentation of ritual eleke beads. They measure approximately 7 1/2" in height and Priority Mail shipping in the U.S. will be $8.00. Paypal and checks accepted and all auctions are unconditionally guaranteed. Too. Thank you! On Jan-04-03 at 18:36:27 PST. Seller added the following information: Pay me securely with any major credit card through PayPal!
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Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figure With Beaded Vest Africa SALE Was $290
Type of Object, Carving, Country of Origin, Nigeria, People, Yoruba. Very close to the works of the Master of the Owu Sango Shrine, Igbomina, Materials, Wood. raffia fibers, beads, cowrie shell, cotton cloth, pigment, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 9.5 inches H. x 5 inches W. Overall Condition, Fair to good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, worn patina. Crack in torso/abdomen, minor chips and scrapes ... morein places, Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figure With Beaded Vest Africa Additional Information: A standing figure with a Yoruba traditional headdress in four chignons. The figure is wearing a vest made out of raffia fiber. Covered with of cotton cloth. Tiny glass beads are sewn onto the cotton cloth and a cowrie shell is placed in sewn in place of button. The style of this figure is very close to the works from the Master of the Owu Sango Shrine, Igbomina based on the form of the headdress and the ears(seen Chemeche, p. 204-244) The Yoruba of Nigeria and of the Benin Republic are known for having an extraordinarily high rate of multiple births. In earlier times. New-born twins, or ibeji, as they are called, were believed to be evil, monstrous abnormalities and infanticide was a common practice. However, such beliefs and practices were later superseded and reversed, and by the middle of the 18th century twins came to be seen as a blessing; they were awarded the status of minor deities, called Orishas, and their arrival was viewed as an omen of good fortune for the family. By the 19th century the cult of the Ere Ibeji was firmly established and continues to this day. The death of one or both
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IBEJI Ila Orangun - Published (1920) RARE - Fon, Dan, Venavi, Akan, Yoruba, Punu
Ibeji Ila Orangun- Nigeria(about 1920) Very rare Ibeji male Ila Orangun. Fine figure classified as rare. Work of a master-carver with typical features. Hard and black wood with smooth patina. Face features obliterated from years of handling, light loss to left feet, fine condition. Adorned with very old beads. Height: about 27 cm- Dated: about 1920 Museum quality figure. Exposed in The Wonders Of Africa(African art in Italian collections 12-2011 Catalog available) Shipping Worldwide: 7 $ All the questions are welcome. Answer asap Payment by Paypal or money bank transfer IBAN Other interesting items online. Thanks
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YORUBA IBEJI FIGURE SET - Nigeria #2520 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI SET#2520 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Beads, pigment. Size: 11" 28 cm) Tall. Item: 2520 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ere ibeji. Ibi means ... moreborn, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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LOSSO Figure (Togo) RARE - Ibeji, Fon, Dan, Venavi, Akan, Ashanti, Yoruba
LOSSO Figure(Togo 1950) This is a really fine and rare example of Losso figure from northern Togo. Niamtogou region. Hard wood with smooth patina this enigmatic figure has a emotion and movement. It will be a great addition to any collection of african art. No damage or restauration. Height 14.5 cm- Dated about 1950 Shipping Worldwide- 7 $ All the questions are welcome. Answer asap Payment by Paypal or money bank transfer IBAN Other interesting items online. Thanks Pubblicato con
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MINATURE IBEJI AFRICAN FIGURE - NIGERIA
This is a very beautiful. Little Ibeji Figure from Nigeria. 6.5 inches tall and 1.5 inches wide.
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Fine Tribal Ibeji (Twins) with Cowries Nigeria
Fine Tribal Ibeji(Twins) with Cowries Nigeria Material:wood Weight:743g Length:34cm We usually ship within 3 days of receiving cleared payment. Combined postage welcome Check my Ebay shop for items
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IBEJI FEMALE TWIN FIGURE YORUBA BENIN DAHOMEY AFRICA SANTERIA
Here is an authentic female surrogate-twin figure. Standing unclothed on a rectangular display base with arms down and feet apart. She is adorned with an incised serrated hairstyle and has large eyes. Prominent nubile breasts. And a cylinder neck ornamented with a red glass bead necklace. This appealing 6.25" 16cm) tall figure has acquired a rich. Dark-brown patina from decades of use and handling; without damage. Repair or restoration, it is in excellent condition. Surrogate Twin Female Figure Yoruba. Benin(Ex: Dahomey) West Africa Second Quarter. 20th Century. $14.50 shipping. Delivery confirmation service and insurance costs(within continental U.S. NY residents add 8.63% sales tax. Overseas buyer. Add $25 shipping. PayPal Payment is expected within two days of auction’s end. If there are any questions. Please e-mail before bidding; ... morefinal sale. Please review seller’s 100% positive“feedback” record and bid with confidence. Bidders with ten or less"feedback" or private) comments are welcome to bid. But must first contact seller to verify transaction or bid may be cancelled. Check out my and be sure to add me to your! All rights reserved for all countries. No part of the contents of this page may be reproduced without prior written permission of the author. Copyright © Rod Rogers. 2014.
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YORUBA IBEJI FIGURE SET - Nigeria #2519 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI SET#2519 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Beads, leather, fetish material. Size: 13.5" 34.3 cm) Tall. Item: 2519 Condition: Good. Considering age. See images. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the ... morefigures. These figures are called ere ibeji. Ibi means born, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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YORUBA IBEJI FIGURE - Nigeria #2511 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI#2511 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Beads, cowrie shell, metal. Size: 12.5" 31.75 cm) Tall. Item: 2511 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ere ... moreibeji. Ibi means born, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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YORUBA IBEJI FIGURE - Nigeria #2510 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI#2510 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Beads. Size: 12.75" 32.4 cm) Tall. Item: 2510 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ere ibeji. Ibi means born, ... moreeji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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YORUBA IBEJI FIGURE - Nigeria #2509 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI SET#2509 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Beads, metal. Size: 12.5" 31.75 cm) Tall. Item: 2509 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ere ibeji. Ibi ... moremeans born, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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YORUBA IBEJI FIGURE - Nigeria #2508 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI SET#2508 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Beads. Size: 12.25" 31.1 cm) Tall. Item: 2505 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ere ibeji. Ibi means ... moreborn, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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YORUBA IBEJI FIGURE - Nigeria #2507 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI#2507 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Beads. Size: 13" 33 cm) Tall. Item: 2507 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ere ibeji. Ibi means born, eji ... moremeans two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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YORUBA IBEJI FIGURE - Nigeria #2505 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI SET#2505 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Beads. Size: 13" 33 cm) Tall. Item: 2505 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ere ibeji. Ibi means born, ... moreeji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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YORUBA IBEJI FIGURE SET - Nigeria #2502 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI SET#2502 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Size: 13.25" 33.7 cm) Tall. Item: 2502 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ere ibeji. Ibi means born, ... moreeji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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YORUBA IBEJI FIGURE SET - Nigeria #2503 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI SET#2503 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Size: 14.75" 37.5 cm) Tall. Item: 2503 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ere ibeji. Ibi means born, ... moreeji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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YORUBA IBEJI FIGURE SET - Nigeria #2504 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI SET#2504 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Size: 14.25" 36.2 cm) Tall. Item: 2504 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ere ibeji. Ibi means born, ... moreeji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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YORUBA IBEJI FIGURE - Nigeria #2506 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI SET#2506 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Beads. Size: 13.25" 33.7 cm) Tall. Item: 2506 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ere ibeji. Ibi means ... moreborn, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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Lot 4, Authentic Ibeji Male from Ilesha Ijesa, Yoruba Nigeria / Santeria
Here is a fine example of an exceptionally carved authentic Ere Ibeji Male from Ilesha Ijesa Nigeria. Measuring 10" by 3" Carved mid to late 1980's, early 1990's. Similar Ibeji can be found in the"Encyclopedia of The Ibeji" by Fausto Polo, page 319. When the carving of the Ere Ibeji is completed. The artist is given a feast and payment as determined by the Orishas. Once the figure is brought to the family dwelling, it is placed on a shrine dedicated to Elegba with the hope that the Orisha or soul, which was split in two parts when the twins were born, will now again reside in the figure that represents the dead twin. The sculpted figure is treated and cared for as if it were alive. It is rubbed in sacramental oil, washed, fed, clothed, sung to and prayed to. It is kept standing during the day, and is laid down ... moreat night. Often it will be dressed in the same clothing as the living twin, or be decorated in a beaded vest or shown with raised sandals, indicating possible royal connections. The responsibility of caring for the ibeji is borne by the mother and female family members of subsequent generations. The sculpture is expected to avert evil from the household, strengthen the manifestations of family love, stare down death, illuminate the pathway through the valley of immortality, and bring good fortune to all who treat it with respect and offer it tokens of affection. Conversely, bad fortune and curses may be engendered if the ibeji is ignored. Bid with confidence. No reserves! P lease see my other auctions for great deals. Posted with
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YORUBA IBEJI FIGURE - Nigeria #2530 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI#2530 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Beads, cowrie shell, pigment. Size: 14.75" 37.5 cm) Tall. Item: 2530 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ere ... moreibeji. Ibi means born, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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YORUBA IBEJI FIGURE - Nigeria #2529 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI#2529 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Beads, cowrie shell, pigment. Size: 13" 33 cm) Tall. Item: 2529 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ere ibeji. ... moreIbi means born, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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YORUBA IBEJI FIGURE - Nigeria #2532 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI#2532 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Beads. Size: 12.7 5" 32.4 cm) Tall. Item: 2532 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ere ibeji. Ibi means born, ... moreeji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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YORUBA IBEJI FIGURE - Nigeria #2531 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI#2531 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Beads, cowrie shell, metal, pigment. Size: 13.5" 34.3 cm) Tall. Item: 2531 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ... moreere ibeji. Ibi means born, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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YORUBA IBEJI FIGURE - Nigeria #2528 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI#2528 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Beads, cowrie shell, meta, pigment. Size: 11.25" 28.6 cm) Tall. Item: 2528 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ... moreere ibeji. Ibi means born, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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CATALOG TEFAF 2014 DIDIER CLAES TEKE VILI SONGYE IBEJI LUBA PUNU DINKA BAULE
CATALOG TEFAF 2014 DIDIER CLAES. 79 PAGES. SOFTCOVER INSERTED IN A SLIPCASE. TEXT: MARC LEO FELIX. LOUIS PERROIS, FRANCOIS NEYT, BRUNO CLAESSENS, MANUEL JORDAN. TEXT ENGLISH. USED CONDITION
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SUPERB OLD YORUBA ERE IBEJI SET #2482 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI SET#2480 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Pigment, cowrie shells, beads. Size: 11" 27.94 cm) Tall. Item: 2482 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ... moreere ibeji. Ibi means born, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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SUPERB OLD YORUBA ERE IBEJI SET #2481 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI SET#2481 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Pigment, cowrie shells, beads. Size: 11" 27.95 cm) Tall. Item: 2481 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ... moreere ibeji. Ibi means born, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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SUPERB OLD YORUBA ERE IBEJI SET #2484 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI SET#2484 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Pigment, cowrie shells, beads. Size: 10.75" 27.3 cm) Tall. Item: 2484 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ... moreere ibeji. Ibi means born, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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SUPERB OLD YORUBA ERE IBEJI SET #2483 - For African Art Gallery
YORUBA ERE IBEJI SET#2483 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Pigment, cowrie shells, beads. Size: 9.75" 24.75 cm) Tall. Item: 2483 Condition: Good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. These figures are called ... moreere ibeji. Ibi means born, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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YORUBA IBEJI TWIN FIGURE - Nigeria #2534 - For African Art Gallery
Item Number: 2534 Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figure Tribe: Yoruba Country: Nigeria Material: Wood. Beads, cowrie shell. Size: 12.25" 31.1 cm) Tall. Condition: Good. The Yoruba are known for their extraordinarily high rate of multiple births and one of the highest in the world as regards twin birth. At one point in the past twins known as Ibeji. Were thought by the Yoruba to be evil and were quickly killed as they were considered to be monsters and abnormal. However, a cult of twins developed in which the twins were now seen to be minor deities who blessed their families with good fortune. The death of either of the twins or both is thought to be calamitous for the family that must be remedied by appeasing the soul of the deceased child through the carving of a figure put in the care of the mother who will treat the small wooden figure as though ... moreit were the deceased twin and alive. Ere ibeji are also identified with the Yoruba Thunder God Shango who is known by red and blue beads as worn by this old figure around the waist. Wrists or neck and often by the application of blue indigo to the hair. Ere ibeji are carved as small children with adult attributes as to sex, breasts and hairstyles and as a result they are fixed in time as adults. Customer Service: 561-745-1905
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GREAT YORUBA IBEJI SET # 2489 - Nigeria - For African Art Gallery
Item Number: 2489 Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figure Set Tribe: Yoruba Country: Nigeria Material: Wood. Pigment, beads, cowrie shells. Size: 11.75" 29.85 cm) Tall. Condition: Superb condition. Some slight age cracking. See images. The Yoruba are known for their extraordinarily high rate of multiple births and one of the highest in the world as regards twin birth. At one point in the past twins known as Ibeji. Were thought by the Yoruba to be evil and were quickly killed as they were considered to be monsters and abnormal. However, a cult of twins developed in which the twins were now seen to be minor deities who blessed their families with good fortune. The death of either of the twins or both is thought to be calamitous for the family that must be remedied by appeasing the soul of the deceased child through the carving of a figure put in the ... morecare of the mother who will treat the small wooden figure as though it were the deceased twin and alive. Ere ibeji are also identified with the Yoruba Thunder God Shango who is known by red and blue beads as worn by this old figure around the waist. Wrists or neck and often by the application of blue indigo to the hair. Ere ibeji are carved as small children with adult attributes as to sex, breasts and hairstyles and as a result they are fixed in time as adults. Customer Service: 561-745-1905
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GREAT YORUBA IBEJI SET #2487 - Nigeria - For African Art Gallery
Item Number: 2487 Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figure Set Tribe: Yoruba Country: Nigeria Material: Wood. Pigment, beads, cowrie shells. Size: 12.5" 31.75 cm) Tall. Circa: +/ Mid 1900's Condition: Superb condition. Some slight age cracking. See images. The Yoruba are known for their extraordinarily high rate of multiple births and one of the highest in the world as regards twin birth. At one point in the past twins known as Ibeji. Were thought by the Yoruba to be evil and were quickly killed as they were considered to be monsters and abnormal. However, a cult of twins developed in which the twins were now seen to be minor deities who blessed their families with good fortune. The death of either of the twins or both is thought to be calamitous for the family that must be remedied by appeasing the soul of the deceased child through the carving ... moreof a figure put in the care of the mother who will treat the small wooden figure as though it were the deceased twin and alive. Ere ibeji are also identified with the Yoruba Thunder God Shango who is known by red and blue beads as worn by this old figure around the waist. Wrists or neck and often by the application of blue indigo to the hair. Ere ibeji are carved as small children with adult attributes as to sex, breasts and hairstyles and as a result they are fixed in time as adults. Customer Service: 561-745-1905
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SUPERB YORUBA IBEJI SET #2485 - Nigeria - For African Art Gallery
Item Number: 2485 Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figure Set Tribe: Yoruba Country: Nigeria Material: Wood. Pigment, beads, cowrie shells. Size: 10.75" 27.3 cm) Tall. Condition: Superb condition. The Yoruba are known for their extraordinarily high rate of multiple births and one of the highest in the world as regards twin birth. At one point in the past twins known as Ibeji. Were thought by the Yoruba to be evil and were quickly killed as they were considered to be monsters and abnormal. However, a cult of twins developed in which the twins were now seen to be minor deities who blessed their families with good fortune. The death of either of the twins or both is thought to be calamitous for the family that must be remedied by appeasing the soul of the deceased child through the carving of a figure put in the care of the mother who will treat the small ... morewooden figure as though it were the deceased twin and alive. Ere ibeji are also identified with the Yoruba Thunder God Shango who is known by red and blue beads as worn by this old figure around the waist. Wrists or neck and often by the application of blue indigo to the hair. Ere ibeji are carved as small children with adult attributes as to sex, breasts and hairstyles and as a result they are fixed in time as adults. Customer Service: 561-745-1905
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YORUBA IBEJI TWIN FIGURE #2535 - Nigeria - For African Art Gallery
Item Number: 2535 Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figure Tribe: Yoruba Country: Nigeria Material: Wood. Beads, cowrie shell, metal, pigment. Size: 11.65" 29.6 cm) Tall. Condition: Good. The Yoruba are known for their extraordinarily high rate of multiple births and one of the highest in the world as regards twin birth. At one point in the past twins known as Ibeji. Were thought by the Yoruba to be evil and were quickly killed as they were considered to be monsters and abnormal. However, a cult of twins developed in which the twins were now seen to be minor deities who blessed their families with good fortune. The death of either of the twins or both is thought to be calamitous for the family that must be remedied by appeasing the soul of the deceased child through the carving of a figure put in the care of the mother who will treat the small wooden ... morefigure as though it were the deceased twin and alive. Ere ibeji are also identified with the Yoruba Thunder God Shango who is known by red and blue beads as worn by this old figure around the waist. Wrists or neck and often by the application of blue indigo to the hair. Ere ibeji are carved as small children with adult attributes as to sex, breasts and hairstyles and as a result they are fixed in time as adults. Customer Service: 561-745-1905 561-745-1905 You'll need Skype Credit No Skype credit required
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Venavi Fon (Benin) 1955 - Ibeji, Punu, Dan, Fon, Ibedji, Yoruba, Tiv, Bembe, Ewe
Venavi Fon- Benin Splendida figura di gemello femminile Venavi Fon. Raccolto sul campo(Grand Popo Benin) e datata circa 1955/60. Patina d'uso su tutto il corpo e segnatamente sul viso e capigliatura. Legno duro e liscio, parte della base mancante. Pezzo di livello per ogni collezione di arte tribale. Altezza circa 19cm, opportunità al prezzo proposto. Spedizione in Italia: 9.90€ Pacco ordinario- Shipping worldwide signed mail 19,30€ Pagamento Paypal o bonifico bancario IBAN Altre foto disponibili su richiesta
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Venavi Ewe (Togo) 1940 - Ibeji, Punu, Dan, Fon, Ibedji, Yoruba, Tiv, Bembe
Venavi Ewe- Togo Splendida figura di gemello Venavi. Raccolto sul campo(Regione di Vogan) e datata circa 1940. Patina d'uso su tutto il corpo e segnatamente sul viso. Restauri tribali e d'epoca, braccio sinistro eliminato a scopo tradizionale. Pezzo di livello per ogni collezione di arte tribale. Adornato con abitino wax del luogo, altezza 17cm, opportunità al prezzo proposto. Spedizione in Italia: 9.90€ Pacco ordinario- Shipping worldwide signed mail 19,30€ Pagamento Paypal o bonifico bancario IBAN Altre foto disponibili su richiesta
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IBEJI Ilorin - Published (1920) RARE - Yoruba, Punu, Venavi, Akan, Ashanti, Dan
Ibeji Ilorin- Nigeria(dated about 1920) Very rare Ibeji female Ilorin. Fine figure classified as rare. Work of a master-carver. Hard wood with a really smooth patina; face features obliterated from years of handling by mother; fish bone scarification on the breast. Rare in Ilorin area; significant number of old beads around body; fine condition; no restauration. A really museum quality Ibeji, great addition to any serious collection. Height: 28 cm- Dated: about 1920/30 Museum quality figure. Exposed in The Wonders Of Africa(African art in Italian collections 12 2011 Catalog available) Shipping Worldwide: 7 $ All the questions are welcome. Answer asap Payment by Paypal or money bank transfer IBAN Other interesting items online. Thanks
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A HERMAPHRODITE, TALL, WONDERFULLY PATINATED IBEJI DOLL YORUBA TRIBE NIGERIA
This is first for us to find. A hermaphrodite ibeji doll from the Yoruba tribe of Nigeria! Exciting to find. Has a fine. Tall and imposing form. The patina has a beautiful sheen and refined texture. The form and patina is the highlight. The face is pretty and neatly carved. With scarification of the face. At the eyes and cheeks. Wearing a domed and striated hat. The exaggerated elongated hands are a delight. As is the penis, which is obviously circumsized. There are glass beads worn as a necklace. Coconut beads? in layered strands at the waist. The surface patina shows its been well handled. A fine patina with nice subtle sheen. In good condition. The base has some erosion at the edge and underneath. But stands well. A rare. Great example in great condition. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. Height 34CM@ NEWSFLASH! We now ... morehave a new TRIBALSPACE shop at. by adding my eBay Shop to your favourites. Please view our other tribal auctions on www.ebay.co.uk using the ``view sellers other items `` button. As we calculate postage before packaging there may be a slight discrepancy in postage paid. If on receiving your item the overpaid postage is over the £2 packaging fee, please contact us and we will happily refund the difference as we have no interest in making a profit on postage costs. In many cases we underestimate postage to the buyers advantage. For all items ending over £80 we will add a tribally used object as a gift. The quality of which depends on the price of the auction item. We normally can post items within 3 days of payment and will always try to be as quick as possible. But if we have a busy week, the item is quite large or we are travelling it can take longer. Please contact us if you are needing an update. We only sell items that have been used in traditional tribal life and practice and have been dealing in African tribal art for over 15
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Genuine Yoruba ibeji possibly igbomina
Yoruba Ibeji. Possibly from the igbomina area( based on the small bun/ hair do at the rear) Nice rich colour to the body with traces of camwood and nice blue on the hair and very intense between the rows of hair. Old beads round the neck particularly the red with white hearts. M issing one nail eye and has a crack along front which is old and stable. Shipping to UK £7.00 first class recorded. To France as an example by courier £17. Anywhere else please ask
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Yoruba Ibeji Pair of Twin Figures Nigeria African SALE WAS $99
Title, Yoruba Ibeji PAIR of Twin Figures Nigeria African, Type of Object, Carving, Country of Origin, Nigeria, People, Yoruba, Materials, Wood. Pigment, Approximate Age, Second half 20th century, Dimensions, Male: 10.5 Inches x 3.5 inches W. Female: 11.25 inches x 3.75 inches, Overall Condition, good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, General wear, Additional Information: A pair of Yoruba ere Ibeji carved itwins. Both figures have similar ... morehairstyle and scarification on the temples. Each figure shows the wear of numerous washings and pigments that wre applied to the them as offerings or cosmetic substances. The Ere Ibeji will be fed. Washed, clothed and treated as though it were alive and present. On special days such as the twin s birthdays, ere Ibeji cult days, mothers will at times go the market place and sing and dance with the Ere Ibeji. They would be honored by other women with presents and money given to them in recognition of their special status as a mother of twins. Ere Ibeji are also identified with the Yoruba Thunder God Shango who is known by red beads around the waist or ankles and often by the application of blue indigo to the hair. Ere Ibeji are carved as small children with adult attributes as to sex, breasts and hairstyles as a result they are fixed in time as children and as adults. Further Readings:R. F. Thompson: Black Gods and Kings: Yoruba Art at UCLA. Los Angeles, 1971) M. H. Houlberg: Ibeji Images of the Yoruba, African Arts, vii/1, 1973, pp. 20-27, 91-2 M. Stoll and G. Stoll: Ibeji: Twin Figures of the Yoruba, Munich, 1980) Abiodun, A, H. J. Drewal and J. Pemberton III: Yoruba Art and A
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Yoruba Pair of Twin Figures Ibeji Nigeria African SALE WAS $150
Title, Yoruba Pair of Twin Figures Ibeji Nigeria African, Type of Object, Figures. Pair, Country of Origin, Nigeria, People, Yoruba, Materials, Wood. Pigment, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 11 inches H. x 4 inches W. each, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, cracks in head. Shoulder, and base, Additional Information: The Yoruba of Nigeria and of the Benin Republic are known for having an extraordinarily ... morehigh rate of multiple births. The rate of twin births is one of the highest in the world. 45 of every 1,000 births(in the United States it is 28.9 of every 1000) There is also a high mortality rate; half of the twins die shortly after birth. In earlier times, new-born twins, or ibeji, as they are called, were believed to be evil, monstrous abnormalities and infanticide was a common practice. However, such beliefs and practices were later superseded and reversed, and by the middle of the 18th century twins came to be seen as a blessing; they were awarded the status of minor deities, called Orishas, and their arrival was viewed as an omen of good fortune for the family. By the 19th century the cult of the Ere Ibeji was firmly established and continues to this day. The death of one or both twins is regarded as a great calamity for the family, one which requires immediate appeasement of the soul of the deceased child. Though the cause of the high rate of twin births among Yoruba women has not been established. The cultural grieving process is well documented and may be observed in the carving of a figure known as Ere Ibeji, which both represents the lost child and serve
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SUPERB OLD YORUBA ERE IBEJI FIGURE #2477 - For African Art Gallery
OLD YORUBA ERE IBEJI FIGURE#2477 Tribe: Yoruba. Country: Nigeria. Material: Wood. Pigment, beads. Size: 12.25" 31.1 cm) Item: 2477 Condition: Good. Shows signs of wear from age, but good. Ibeji is a Yoruba term meaning twins. There is a common belief in Yoruba religion that both twins share one soul. So if one twin dies at a young age, the balance of the soul is thrown off or disturbed. The death rate of children is very high in Africa, and on account of this, a ritual is carried out to put the twins' soul back into balance. The Ifá priest chooses a well-established carver to create a small figure that symbolizes the dead child. The carver is free to create a figure of the twin in his own image of what he felt about the twin. If both twins die. Then two figures are made. The soul is then spiritually transported into the figures. ... moreThese figures are called ere ibeji. Ibi means born, eji means two, and ere means sacred image. The figure remains as respected and as powerful as the person it represents. The children's parents must treat the statue as if it were real. So it is bathed, fed, and clothed just as it would be in life. The figure is particularly special to the mother, who keeps the figure close to her bed. She rubs the figure with red wood powder to maintain the look of slickness, and she caresses the figure in a loving manner. Rituals and prayers are performed for the child's birthday and other celebrations or festivals. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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