Ethnographic Art & Artifacts

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LOT 59

Lot 59

Yoruba Female Ibeji Twin Figure, Ilorin/Kwara Area, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century

Yoruba  Female Ibeji Twin Figure, Ilorin/Kwara Area, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century
Lot 59 Details
Yoruba Female Ibeji Twin Figure, Ilorin/Kwara Area, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century

carved wood with natural pigment and dye
height 10.5 in — 26.7 cm

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $384
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Yoruba  Female Ibeji Twin Figure, Ilorin/Kwara Area, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century
  • Yoruba  Female Ibeji Twin Figure, Ilorin/Kwara Area, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century
  • Yoruba  Female Ibeji Twin Figure, Ilorin/Kwara Area, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century
Provenance:

Sotheby's, New York, April, 21, 1990, sale #6001, lot #342;
Harry A. Franklin Family Collection

CONDITION DETAILS

Some cracking to pigment, minor scuffs, abrasions and possibly missing metal inset eyes.

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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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