African Art at the
Ralph Proctor Gallery"Yoruba Art"
Ire Ibeji Twin
- country: Nigeria
- people: Yoruba
- medium: wood, indigo, camwood powder, fabric, beads
- size: 10x4x2 inches
- price: $1500
- inventory #: rpg0239
Not all Ibejis came in pairs. For the most part, in the traditional application of the religion, an Ibeji was carved only if a twin died. Some parents, however, have Ibejis created upon the birth of twins, hoping to provide protection from death. Note the gap in the front teeth of this female. Museum quality.