Explore a curated collection of Igbo artifacts, showcasing historical and cultural objects like tools, pottery, and jewelry that provide insight into the daily life, traditions, and artistic expressions of the Igbo community.
Ceramic group of figures on a stand, made of pottery. In the centre is a man holding a drinking-horn in his left hand and a fan in his right, both signs of his status. Either side of him are two…
Chineke: A Duality, Not a Dichotomy The Relationship Between Chi and Eke In Igbo cosmology, Chineke transcends the simplistic notion of a single God. Instead, it embodies the union of two fundamental forces: According to Igbo oral traditions, Chineke is…
This black and white photograph, taken by G.I. Jones in the 1930s, showcases five intricately carved wooden figures representing Igbo ancestral figures. These figures are placed within an obi, in Ohafia. The photograph is part of the Jones Archive at…