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Adorned Identities: Traditional Hairstyles of Igbo Women and Girls (1900-1930)

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, adorning their hair with various ornaments. The crested hairstyle Ojongo remained popular until the mid-20th century and is a distinctive element in Igbo art representing women.…

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