Ethnographic Art & Artifacts

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July 20, 2023 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 41

Lot 41

Two Yoruba Ibeji Male and Female Figures, Nigeria, West Africa, mid to late 20th century

Two Yoruba Ibeji Male and Female Figures, Nigeria, West Africa, mid to late 20th century
Lot 41 Details
Two Yoruba Ibeji Male and Female Figures, Nigeria, West Africa, mid to late 20th century

carved wood with natural pigments, one with bead and metal decorations and inset eyes
height 10.5 in — 26.7 cm; height 9.5 in — 24.1 cm

Estimate $100-$150

Realised: $98.40
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Two Yoruba Ibeji Male and Female Figures, Nigeria, West Africa, mid to late 20th century
  • Two Yoruba Ibeji Male and Female Figures, Nigeria, West Africa, mid to late 20th century
  • Two Yoruba Ibeji Male and Female Figures, Nigeria, West Africa, mid to late 20th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Female figure with dry cracks and minor scuffs and chips. Male figure with some wear, worming and loss of pigments.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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