Ibeji Twin Figure Garments, Nigeria
Ibeji Twin Figure Garments, Nigeria
$1,200.00
Yoruba, Africa
20th century
Cotton, cowrie shells
12 × 7.5 in./ 30.5 × 12.75 cm
Height on custom display stands: 10.5 and 12 in./ 26.5 and 30.5 cm
Two garments from a pair of Ibeji (meaning: ibi - born, eji - two) twins. Yoruba people have one of the highest incidences of twin births and are regarded as sacred beings. Twins are memorialized with carved figures when they pass away. The mother cares for the figures, feeding, bathing, adorning, and clothing them.
Shipping is quoted separately.
