Nigerian Metalwork: Difference between revisions
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| Naturalistic royal portraiture of the Yoruba city of Ife (12th–15th centuries) | | Naturalistic royal portraiture of the Yoruba city of Ife (12th–15th centuries) | ||
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| Bida Brassware | | [[Bida Brassware]] | ||
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| Decorative vessels and objects produced under Nupe patronage since the 19th century | | Decorative vessels and objects produced under Nupe patronage since the 19th century | ||
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| Kano Brass and Copperware | | [[Kano Brass and Copperware]] | ||
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| Islamic-influenced metal vessels and ornaments associated with trans-Saharan trade | | Islamic-influenced metal vessels and ornaments associated with trans-Saharan trade | ||
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| Yoruba Ritual Ironwork | | [[Yoruba Ritual Ironwork]] | ||
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| Blacksmith-produced ritual staffs, shrines, and tools linked to Ogun worship | | Blacksmith-produced ritual staffs, shrines, and tools linked to Ogun worship | ||
Revision as of 13:40, 22 February 2026
| # | Craft | Primary Material | Historical Context | Location (State) | Geopolitical Zone |
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| 1 | Benin Bronzes | Brass, bronze | Royal court art of the Benin Kingdom (since 13th century); used for commemorative plaques and heads | Edo | South South |
| 2 | Igbo-Ukwu Bronzes | Bronze | Early metalworking tradition (9th century); ritual vessels and regalia linked to elite burials | Anambra | South East |
| 3 | Ife Brass Heads | Brass, copper alloys | Naturalistic royal portraiture of the Yoruba city of Ife (12th–15th centuries) | Osun | South West |
| 4 | Bida Brassware | Brass | Decorative vessels and objects produced under Nupe patronage since the 19th century | Niger | North Central |
| 5 | Kano Brass and Copperware | Brass, copper | Islamic-influenced metal vessels and ornaments associated with trans-Saharan trade | Kano | North West |
| 6 | Yoruba Ritual Ironwork | Iron | Blacksmith-produced ritual staffs, shrines, and tools linked to Ogun worship | Oyo | South West |
| 7 | Tiv Iron Currency Rods | Iron | Precolonial currency and ceremonial objects symbolizing wealth and social status | Benue | North Central |
| 8 | Hausa Silver Jewelry | Silver | Islamic Sahelian adornment traditions; includes amulets and bridal jewelry | Kaduna | North West |
