African Figure Ibeji Figure (Ere Ibeji) Yoruba Oshogbo Erin Region Nigeria-6761 Vintage Baule Mask The face subtly dips inward

The face subtly dips inward

work from the mid-twentieth century

delicately crafted and used in sacrificial gatherings

In Baule Culture

Ngblo Masks

African Figure Ibeji Figure (Ere Ibeji) Yoruba Oshogbo Erin Region Nigeria-6761 Vintage Baule Mask The face subtly dips inward30. 5 11. 5 CM the Ere Ibeji figures were carved to serve as spiritual representations of the deceased twins. These figures were commissioned from village carvers who were often Babalawo, or highly trained priests. The images of these figures were carved as adults rather than as infants. It is typical of African sculpture to feature child like figures with mature features including elaborate hairstyles, facial scarification, fully developed breasts