Obi Okosi I, with group of children in Önïcha . Photographed by Herbert Wimberley, c. 1903-18.
In every Anioma community, the system of age grade has always been the cornerstone of…
Female titled chiefs in Anioma
The Eze title system of Anioma is primarily connected with male hierarchy, but also features women in crucial positions, this is particularly in Nri communities.
Although males…
Agaba mask from Achala, 1946. Photo: William Fagg. British Museum. Coloured by Úkpúrú 2017.
The Agaba Masquerade is one of the most revered and powerful masquerades in Igbo culture, known for…
The Ubulu clans in Igbo cultural area.There's a common origin for all Ubulu towns and communities. The Ubulu people trace they roots to "Ani Ubulu" founded by Ezemu, from Nri…
Ozo Title Stool, 19th-20th century. Met Museum.
The stool shown here is one of the more ornate designs used by highly ranked Ozo titleholders.
In parts of Alaigbo, Ozo title holders receive…
Ekpo Masquerade dance in display at Ubakala, Umuahia, Abia State. In an Igbo Town of Ubakala, the annual Ekpo masquerade was held to honor the ancestors. Amadi, a young man,…
Igbo women and girls and their hairstyles, 1900-1930. Photogrid by Ukpuru 2019.
In Igbo culture, hairstyles signify beauty, status, and spirituality. Between 1900 and 1930, women and girls showcased intricate designs,…
Photos of Agbogho Mmuo (maiden spirit) maskers, early 1900s taken by Northcote Thomas.
The Agbogho Mmuo masquerade is a revered Igbo cultural tradition honoring the spirits of deceased maidens. Performed by…
"A manilla, a form of currency, from around the 9th century, found at Igbo Ukwu". On display at the British Museum.
The manilla was a form of currency widely used in…
There are different ways the Igbo greet in the morning, and it reflects on the activities going on at that particular moment.
The use of "ụtụtụ ọma", "ehihie ọma" and "mgbede…