The Yoruba people have the highest rate of twins in the world.  The arrival of twins is seen as both a blessing and an omen because of the high mortality rate.  When a twin dies, an image dedicated to Ibeji, the deity of twins, is carved to serve as the earthly abode for the spirit of the deceased.  The mother treats the ere ibeji as if it were alive, feeding, dressing and bathing the image.  This figure measures 9 3/4" in height.