Title

IJO Culture of Arts also called Ijaw, people of the forests of the Niger River delta in Nigeria- (Mask)

Creator

Prairie View A&M University

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Description

The mask from the central ljo region standing out from the style of the ljo culture is associated with the spirits of nature. It is used by one of the male brotherhood dancing people. This mask was carved in the style of the Ijo (Ijaw) people of Nigeria.

Culture and Traditions

Ijo, also called Ijaw, people of the forests of the Niger River delta in Nigeria comprising a large number of formerly autonomous groups.

Donation Details

Kenneth T. Ward donated in the year 1991.

Notes

The Appraised Amount is $2,500.00.

Date of Digitization

7/26/2022

Contributing Institution

J. B . Coleman Library

Rights

© 2021 Prairie View A & M University

Recommended Citation

Prairie View A&M University, "IJO Culture of Arts also called Ijaw, people of the forests of the Niger River delta in Nigeria- (Mask)" (2022). African Sculptures and Masks. 76.
https://digitalcommons.pvamu.edu/african-sculptures-and-masks/76