Male twin figure "ere ibeji"
Nigeria, Yoruba, Igbomina, Omu Aran
sold
EUR 1,200
Size
H: 25 cm
H: 9.8 inch
Description
wood, reddish brown patina, encrustations with camwood powder, indigo blue pigment, beaded string, free standing on high sandals, striking long arms arranged in flat bows, islamic triangle “tirah” on breast and back, incised tribal marks on forehead and cheeks, drilled pupils (metal tags missing), facial features abraded, slightly dam., traces of insect caused damage (coiffure, left foot)