Nigeria Collection (#6)

theobroma cacao, cocoa bean, green subject
Theobroma cacao Cocoa bean Green subject

Clapper, possibly 1800s. Creator: Unknown
Clapper, possibly 1800s. This clapper was played by striking the beak of the bird with a metal rod. It is used in a ritual called ugie oro

Children wearing native costume - near Lagos, Nigeria. Date: 1955

Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Beach, Lagos, Nigeria Date: circa 1950s

Michael Olatuja, Brecon Jazz Festival, Powys, Wales, 2003. Artist: Brian O Connor
Michael Olatuja, Brecon Jazz Festival, Powys, Wales, 2003

John Boko Cobham, a king of Old Calabar (Southern Nigeria), 1912. Artist: Harry Johnston
John Boko Cobham, a king of Old Calabar (Southern Nigeria), 1912. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. II. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1912]

An Igbo woman wearing ankle plates, Nigeria, West Africa, 1922. Artist: Northcote Thomas
An Igbo woman wearing ankle plates, Nigeria, West Africa, 1922. From Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume I: Abyssinia to the British Empire

Frederick William Koko Mingi VIII - King of Brass, Nigeria
Frederick William Koko Mingi VIII, who became the Amanyanabo (King) of Brass, Nigeria in 1889. Brass now part of Bayelsa State, Nigeria, part of the Nembe Kingdon

KING OF CALABAR, 1893-94. The King of Calabar, Nigeria, whom Mary Henrietta Kingsley met on her first expedition to West Africa, 1893-94

AFRICA: BENIN CITY, 1686. The King of Benin heads a procession of musicians and horsemen from the palace of Benin City in present day Nigeria, West Africa

The Emir of Kano - the traditional ruler of the Nigerian city of Kano, capital of the modern Kano State, Nigeria, Africa. Date: circa 1950s

bowl lid, Nigerian, 1800-1878
Large Gourd Cover, buff, worked animal decoration. Incised decoration on inner and outer surfaces. Lid has stem at top and is has incised decoration of 4 birds

gelede mask, Nigerian, 1800-1878
Carved from one piece of wood. Cranial area carved to represent hair and is pigmented black. The eyes are pierced and pigmented white with red rims

ifa bowl, Nigerian, 1800-1878
Ifa bowl. Shallow dish held aloft by seated female figure. Applied blue, white, yellow and red pigments. Carved from a single piece of wood

ifa cup and cover, Nigerian, 188-1878
Wooden cup and cover with divinatory figure on top. To contain seeds used by priests of Ifa in divination

Plaque 1500s-1600s Guinea Coast Nigeria Benin Kingdom
Plaque, possibly 1500s-1600s. Guinea Coast, Nigeria, Benin Kingdom, Edo, possibly 16th-17th century. Brass; overall: 49.4 x 30.6 cm (19 7/16 x 12 1/16 in.)

Eshu Dance Staff 1800s Guinea Coast Nigeria Yoruba people
Eshu Dance Staff, 1800s. Guinea Coast, Nigeria, Yoruba people. Wood, leather, cowrie shells; 62 cm (24 7/16 in.)

Memorial Figure Ere ibeji late 1800s-early 1900s
Memorial Figure (Ere ibeji), late 1800s-early 1900s. Guinea Coast, Nigeria, Yoruba people. Wood, metal, beads, cowries, fiber

Mans Tunic Robe 1750-1799 Niger Nigeria Hausa
Mans Tunic/Robe, possibly 1750-1799. Niger or Nigeria, Hausa or Nupe peoples, possibly mid to late 1800s. Cotton, silk; overall: 120 x 226 cm (47 1/4 x 89 in.)

Pair Figure Staffs Edan Ogboni 1800s Guinea Coast
Pair of Figure Staffs (Edan Ogboni), possibly 1800s. Guinea Coast, Nigeria, Yoruba people. Copper alloy, iron; overall: 22 cm (8 11/16 in.)

Figure Pair 1800s Guinea Coast Nigeria Yoruba
Figure Pair, 1800s. Guinea Coast, Nigeria, Yoruba, 19th century. Brass and iron; overall: 15 cm (5 7/8 in.)

Mother-and-Child Caryatid Vessel mid-late 1800s
Mother-and-Child Caryatid Vessel, mid-late 1800s. Guinea Coast, Nigeria, Yoruba, mid-late 19th century. Wood; overall: 31.7 x 15.7 x 15.9 cm (12 1/2 x 6 3/16 x 6 1/4 in.)

Hand Coil 1800s Guinea Coast Nigeria Benin 19th century
Hand Coil, 1800s. Guinea Coast, Nigeria, Benin, 19th century. Bronze; diameter: 11.5 cm (4 1/2 in.)

Carved Tusk 1820 Guinea Coast Nigeria Benin Kingdom
Carved Tusk, c. 1820. Guinea Coast, Nigeria, Benin Kingdom, Edo, 19th century. Ivory; overall: 197.4 cm (77 11/16 in.)

Queen Elizabeth II Nigeria Tour February 1956 The excitment of the day was just to much for this youngster. Who fell asleep whilst the Queen toured Kaduara in Eastern Nigeria

Emir of Katsina on a camel, Nigeria, West Africa -- Alhaji Muhammadu Dikko or Muhammad Dikko dan Gidado (1865-1944), 47th Emir of Katsina from 1906 until his death. Date: circa 1920

McIvers Rubber Factory, Sapele, Nigeria, West Africa. Date: circa 1908

Oil Palm Estate, Calabar, Nigeria, West Africa
Oil Palm Estate, Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria, West Africa. Oil palm and rubber processing, Pamol Ltd. Showing a roundabout with signpost. Date: circa 1946

General view of Kano City, Nigeria, West Africa. Date: circa 1930

Victoria Street, Lagos, Nigeria, West Africa
Victoria Street, with live fowl baskets, Lagos, Nigeria, West Africa. Date: circa 1910

Catholic Mission, Abeokuta, Lagos, Nigeria, West Africa. Date: circa 1904

Colonialism - Annexation of Ado by the British
The Annexation of the territory of the King of Ado by the British in 1891 - a real pictorial example of the extension of the British Empire

Douglas DC-3 G-AGHJ Nigeria Airways LAP 1960
Douglas DC-3 G-AGHJ of Nigeria Airways at London Airport in September 1960 Date: 1960

Mumbo Jumbo
Explorer Mungo Park reports the honour given by natives of Senegal/Nigeria to MUMBO- JUMBO, an idol to whom even the king must pay reverence, as shown here. Date: 18th century

The Death of Mungo Park, 1806 (engraving)
XJF2639747 The Death of Mungo Park, 1806 (engraving) by Corbould, Henry (1787-1844) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frontispiece to Travels in the Interior of Africa, in the years 1795)

Decorated Adobe mudbrick houses, Kano, Nigeria
Beautifully-decorated Adobe mudbrick houses at Kano, Nigeria. The caption of this card reads: " The Great Market City

Native Dagari at the Courthouse, Zaria, Nigeria
Native Dagari men at the Courthouse, Zaria, Nigeria. Formerly known as Zazzau, it was one of the original seven Hausa city-states. Date: circa 1910s

Bornu mounted warrriors (cavalry) in Ceremonial Battle Dress. The Bornu Empire (13801893) was an African state of Nigeria from 1380 to 1893

Lagos, Nigeria - Empire Day - Schoolchildren
Lagos, Nigeria - Empire Day - Pupils from local Schools parade the Racecourse. Date: 1928

Nigeria / Lagos
Modern apartment blocks in Lagos, Nigeria, west Africa. Date: 1960s

Elephant / Elephant-nose / Elephant-snout / Mormyrid Fish have electric organs which have the ability to emit
LA-186 Peters Elephant FISH / Elephant-Nose / Elephant-snout / Ubangi Mormyrid Distribution: West & central Africa - Congo, Nigeria, Cameroon Gnathonemus petersii Fam: Mormyridae

Nigeria / Kano 1850
Kano, from Mount Dala in Nigeria, West Africa, visited by Dr Heinrich Barth and sketched by him

I saw with infinite pleasure the great object of my mission, - the long sought for majestic Niger
XJF2639748 I saw with infinite pleasure the great object of my mission, - the long sought for majestic Niger, glittering to the morning sun, 1860 (engraving) by Park

Benin bronze: plaque of warrior chief of the Bini tribe, Benin, Nigeria. British Museum

Tom West Indias canoe, New Calabar, Southern Nigeria, 1912. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. II. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1912]

Iebu weaver, 1912. Artist: AW Gelston
Iebu weaver, 1912. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. II. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1912]

A Yoruba man engraving clay bowls and water jars, Lagos hinterland, Southern Nigeria, 1912. Artist: AW Gelston
A Yoruba man engraving clay bowls and water jars, Lagos hinterland, Southern Nigeria, 1912. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. II. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1912]

Royal bodyguard in ancient armour, northern Nigeria, 1936. Artist: Wide World Photos
Royal bodyguard in ancient armour, northern Nigeria, 1936. The man is a bodyguard to the Emir of Fika. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler

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Nigeria: A Tapestry of Culture, History, and Resilience Discover the vibrant nation through its rich tapestry of culture, history, and resilience. Located in West Africa and depicted on the political map of Africa, a land that captivates with its diverse landscapes and fascinating traditions. One cannot delve into Nigerian heritage without acknowledging the iconic ivory mask from Benin. Worn by the revered Oba of Benin during ceremonial occasions, this masterpiece represents the artistic prowess that has flourished throughout Nigeria's history. The bronze head adorned with a beaded crown and plume further exemplifies Nigeria's artistic brilliance. Dating back to the 12th-14th centuries, it stands as a testament to the skilled craftsmanship that thrived within Nigerian communities. Immerse yourself in everyday life at Zaria's bustling street market. Here you can witness firsthand the vibrant energy as locals engage in lively trade and commerce – an integral part of Nigerian society. Step into a Yoruba grocer's store to experience Nigeria's cultural diversity up close. The colorful array of spices, fruits, and vegetables showcases both traditional flavors and modern influences that have shaped Nigerian cuisine over time. Unleash your inner warrior as you explore Nigeria's historical significance. From ancient battles to struggles for independence like "Nigerian Rising 1895, " this nation embodies strength amidst adversity. Venture northward to Kano where tradition intertwines seamlessly with modernity. This city epitomizes Nigeria's ability to embrace progress while preserving its unique heritage – a true testament to its dynamic spirit. Beyond artistry and history lies Sade - an internationally acclaimed singer hailing from Nigeria. Known for her soulful voice, she symbolizes how Nigerians continue to make their mark on global stages across various fields. Experience Lagos' vibrant atmosphere as Ebute Ero comes alive on market day.