Ekpe Mask Carving: Revision history

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22 February 2026

  • curprev 21:1321:13, 22 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs 3,007 bytes +3,007 Created page with "'''Ekpe Mask Carving''' refers to the production of carved wooden masks used within the Ekpe (Leopard) society of the Cross River region of southeastern Nigeria. These masks symbolize authority, social order, and spiritual power, and are integral to the governance and ritual life of Efik, Ejagham, and neighboring communities. == Historical Background == The Ekpe society is a powerful institution historically responsible for maintaining law, regulating trade, and enforc..."