Description

Height: 28cm

Width: 8cm

Early 20th Century Ibeji Male Carved Wood Figure – Yoruba Tribe, Nigeria

A profoundly symbolic and culturally significant artifact, this Early 20th Century Ibeji Male Carved Wood Figure originates from the Yoruba people of Nigeria, renowned for their rich spiritual traditions and masterful craftsmanship.

Ibeji figures, or “twins” in Yoruba culture, are deeply revered and serve as sacred representations of deceased twins, believed to house their spiritual essence. Expertly hand-carved from dark patinated wood, this male Ibeji figure showcases traditional Yoruba styling, with detailed facial features, elaborate coiffure, and symbolic markings, all reflecting the ancestral connections and protective nature of these objects. These figures were often cared for, dressed, and honored within the family to maintain spiritual balance and well-being.

Key Features:

Authentic early 20th-century Yoruba Ibeji figure, representing ancestral veneration and spiritual protection

Hand-carved from richly patinated wood, showcasing fine Yoruba craftsmanship

A highly collectible African tribal artifact, ideal for ethnographic collections, art enthusiasts, or those drawn to spiritual relics

Own a remarkable and deeply meaningful piece of Yoruba heritage, a symbol of protection, tradition, and ancestral reverence.