Ibedji figure representing a dead male twin, Yoruba people, Nigeria, 1871-1910

Carved wooden effigy or Ibedji figure made to represent a dead twin and acts as a receptacle for its spirit, with bead girdle, necklaces, anklets and brass armlets, Yoruba, Nigeria, 1871-1910

Collection

Science Museum

Inventory Number

3059584

Title

Ibedji figure representing a dead male twin, Yoruba people, Nigeria, 1871-1910

Object Type

PhysicalObject

Measurements

- height 250 mm; width 72 mm