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Introduction : The Legacy of Igbo Mask Makers The Igbo people, hailing from Nigeria’s Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu and Imo states, represent one of Africa's most vibrant cultural traditions. Recognized globally for their intricate artistry—particularly in mask making—the Igbo have shaped the artistic landscape of Nigeria and beyond. This tradition stretches back centuries, embodying spiritual beliefs and social hierarchies that continue to resonate today. The masks produced by Igbo artisans are not merely decorative objects; they serve as conduits to ancestral spirits and play a crucial role…
A chart of Ibo's corpus mapped not by date but by subject. Spokes are what they painted; rings are when; and the threads between stars reveal the patrons and places that secretly connect them.
Each arm of the atlas gathers works by what they depict: portraits, sacred scenes, mythologies, and the scientific studies. Click a spoke to swing that cluster to the top.
Distance from the center marks time. The innermost ring is the earliest period; the outermost, the final years. Style matures as you move outward.
Coloured lines link works bound by the same patron, commission, or theme. Trace a context to watch related clusters light up across subjects.
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