Ethnographic Arts & Artifacts

October 2227, 2022
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LOT 232

Lot 232

Two Yoruba Ibeji Figures, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century

Two Yoruba Ibeji Figures, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century
Lot 232 Details
Two Yoruba Ibeji Figures, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century

carved wood with natural pigments and beaded decorations
height 10.75 in — 27.3 cm

Estimate $150-$200

Realised: $120
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Two Yoruba Ibeji Figures, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century
  • Two Yoruba Ibeji Figures, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century
  • Two Yoruba Ibeji Figures, Nigeria, West Africa, early to mid 20th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Female figure with loss to carving and pigments, worming and the male figure with some chips, dry cracks and loss of pigments.

LOT 232
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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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