dec 31, 1900 - Ikenga (shrine figure)
Description:
19th to 20th century CEWood
Igbo peoples (Nigeria)
• Carved wooden figures that have a human face with animal attributes
• Most likely created for a warrior
• Sword in right hand- power
• Left hand hold object related to occupation
Personal objects suggest owner's achievements
Added to timeline:
Date:
dec 31, 1900
Now
~ 125 years ago