Nigeria - Couple of Ibedji statuettes

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Nigeria
Couple of Ibedji statuettes
Accompanied by its certificate of authenticity
Wood, cowrie shells
21 x 10 cm
0.2 Kg

In the language of the Yoruba people, Ibedji means twin: ibi for born and eji for two. They represent the figure of a deceased twin. This Ibedji is then treated as it would have been the missing child. The mother must take care of it; she can wash and feed it regularly. If it disappears, the remaining twin takes over.
Considered as more than a physical representation of a loved one, Ibedji influences the life of the family, which is why the family continues to pray to it and bestow upon it worshipping and offerings.

These pieces are among the most well known objects of art of the Yoruba ethnic group. Indeed, the occurrence of twinship in this ethnic group is stronger than anywhere else in Black Africa. This particularity has naturally influenced and integrated their statuary.

Related items: Yoruba Statuets

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