Figure of Chief North Ika
A monochrome photograph depicting a seated human figure in formal ceremonial attire. The subject is positioned on a raised pedestal within a structure featuring a slanted wooden roof and textured mud or clay walls. The figure wears a dark, high-contrast headpiece with radial, upward-pointing projections, entirely obscuring the face. Adornments include a light-colored short-sleeved tunic, a thick beaded collar, and a long, V-shaped necklace extending to the mid-torso. Wide, textured cuffs are worn on both wrists, and a light-colored garment flares significantly from the waist, creating a bell-shaped silhouette. A pile of small, light-colored objects, likely shells or beads, is placed on the floor between the subject's feet.
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