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Thurstan Shaw

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Comprehensive Catalogue of 9th-Century Artifacts from Igbo-Ukwu

In the 9th century, artists in a kingdom on the edge of the West African rainforest created some of the most advanced works of art ever seen. Working in bronze, copper, and terracotta, they produced stunning pieces that would eventually be buried with their priest-king in an elaborately decorated tomb. This amazing art collection was…

Recreation of 9th century Igbo Ukwu burial chamber by Caroline Sassoon

In 1959-60, archaeologist Thurstan Shaw excavated a burial chamber in the compound of Richard Anozie in Igbo Ukwu, Anambra State, Nigeria. He found Ivory artifacts like, elephant tusks and that of carved ivory, Glass beads, Metal artifacts like bronze and iron, Pottery and ceramics and Human remains. The significance of Igbo Ukwu burial chamber provides…