Ethnographic Art & Artifacts

November 1823, 2023
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LOT 89

Lot 89

Yoruba Male Ibeji Figure, Ketu Region, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century

Yoruba Male Ibeji Figure, Ketu Region, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century
Lot 89 Details
Yoruba Male Ibeji Figure, Ketu Region, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century

carved wood with beaded decorations, with black ink 77 on whiteout to base
height 7.5 in — 19.1 cm

Estimate $80-$120

Realised: $86.10
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Yoruba Male Ibeji Figure, Ketu Region, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century
  • Yoruba Male Ibeji Figure, Ketu Region, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century
  • Yoruba Male Ibeji Figure, Ketu Region, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century
  • Yoruba Male Ibeji Figure, Ketu Region, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century
Provenance:

Acquired by Jack Lieber, Toronto, ON., while working for UNESCO in the 1960's;
Ritchie's Auctions, Toronto, November, 1991

CONDITION DETAILS

Dry cracks, some loss of pigment, wear and minor loss to ears.

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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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