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13 February 2026

• 19:5419:54, 13 February 2026 diff hist +4,249 N Akwete cloth Created page with "'''Akwete cloth''' is a traditional handwoven textile of the Igbo people of southeastern Nigeria, produced primarily by women in the town of Akwete in Abia State. Known for its bold geometric patterns, vibrant colors, and symbolic motifs, Akwete cloth serves both utilitarian and ceremonial purposes. It is one of the few West African weaving traditions historically dominated by women weavers. The textile is widely recognized as an important expression of Igbo identity, a..." current
• 19:4619:46, 13 February 2026 diff hist −154 Adire No edit summary current
• 19:4519:45, 13 February 2026 diff hist +5,200 N Adire Created page with "= Adire (Yoruba Indigo Resist-Dyed Cloth) = thumb|upright=1.2|Traditional Adire cloth with resist-dyed patterns '''Adire''' is a traditional Yoruba resist-dyed textile distinguished by its deep indigo coloration and intricate patterns. Originating in southwestern Nigeria, Adire is produced using a variety of resist techniques that prevent dye from penetrating selected areas of the cloth. The name combines Yoruba words meaning “..."
• 19:3619:36, 13 February 2026 diff hist −130 Aso Oke No edit summary current
• 19:3519:35, 13 February 2026 diff hist +4,208 N Aso Oke Created page with "= Aṣọ-Òkè (Yoruba Handwoven Cloth) = thumb|upright=1.2|Traditional Aṣọ-Òkè fabric '''Aṣọ-Òkè''' (also spelled ''Aso Oke'') is a traditional handwoven textile of the Yoruba people of southwestern Nigeria. The name translates literally as “top cloth” or “cloth from the uplands,” referring to its historical production in upland Yoruba towns. Aṣọ-Òkè is regarded as a prestige fabric and is worn during import..."

9 February 2026

• 21:0821:08, 9 February 2026 diff hist +1,914 N Nigerian Textiles Created page with "{| class="wikitable sortable" ! # ! Craft ! Primary Material ! Historical Context ! Location (State) ! Geopolitical Zone |- | 1 | Aṣọ-Òkè (Yoruba handwoven cloth) | Cotton (often with silk/lurex accents in modern variants) | Long-standing ceremonial and prestige cloth tradition; major production hub historically associated with Iseyin and wider Yoruba cloth-weaving centres. | Oyo | South West |- | 2 | Adire (Yoruba indigo resist-dyed cloth) |..."
• 21:0221:02, 9 February 2026 diff hist +4,852 N Efik Pottery Created page with "'''Efik pottery''' refers to the traditional ceramic practices of the Efik people of southeastern Nigeria, particularly in the Cross River and coastal regions of present-day Cross River State. Efik pottery is closely connected to domestic life, riverine trade, and ritual practice, reflecting the historical position of Efik communities as intermediaries in regional and coastal exchange networks. == Overview == Efik pottery consists primarily of hand-built earthenware ves..." current
• 20:5920:59, 9 February 2026 diff hist +4,461 N Ife Pottery Created page with "'''Ife pottery''' refers to ceramic traditions associated with Ilé-Ifẹ̀, a major sacred and urban center in southwestern Nigeria. These traditions encompass domestic, ritual, and early urban ceramic production and predate the development of bronze and brass casting for which Ife later became widely known. == Overview == Ife pottery represents a long-standing ceramic tradition embedded in both everyday life and sacred practice. Archaeological evidence indicates susta..." current
• 20:5320:53, 9 February 2026 diff hist −2 Benin Court Ceramics →Geographic Distribution current
• 20:5320:53, 9 February 2026 diff hist +62 Benin Court Ceramics →Geographic Distribution
• 20:5120:51, 9 February 2026 diff hist +4,978 N Benin Court Ceramics Created page with "= Benin Court Ceramics = '''Benin court ceramics''' refers to ceramic vessels and architectural clay elements produced within the royal and ritual contexts of the precolonial Edo court of the :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}. These ceramic traditions formed part of the material culture of the Benin court and were closely associated with palace life, shrine practice, and ceremonial use. == Overview == Unlike predominantly domestic pottery traditions, Benin court ce..."
• 20:5020:50, 9 February 2026 diff hist +12 Nigerian ceramics and pottery No edit summary current
• 20:4920:49, 9 February 2026 diff hist +540 Nigerian ceramics and pottery No edit summary
• 20:4420:44, 9 February 2026 diff hist −20 Kanuri Pottery No edit summary current
• 20:4420:44, 9 February 2026 diff hist +4,858 N Kanuri Pottery Created page with "= Kanuri Pottery = '''Kanuri pottery''' refers to the traditional ceramic practices of the Kanuri people of northeastern Nigeria and the wider Lake Chad region. Kanuri pottery is closely linked to domestic life, food preparation, storage, and local trade, and reflects long-standing cultural connections across the Sahel. == Overview == Kanuri pottery consists primarily of hand-built earthenware vessels produced for everyday household use. Production is typically small-s..."
• 20:3720:37, 9 February 2026 diff hist −20 Ibibio Pottery No edit summary current
• 20:3620:36, 9 February 2026 diff hist +5,034 N Ibibio Pottery Created page with "= Ibibio Pottery = '''Ibibio pottery''' refers to the traditional ceramic practices of the Ibibio people of southeastern Nigeria, particularly within the coastal and riverine zones of present-day Akwa Ibom State. Ibibio pottery is closely tied to domestic life, food preparation, water storage, and ritual practice, with production rooted in community-based knowledge transmission. == Overview == Ibibio pottery consists primarily of hand-built earthenware vessels produced..."
• 20:2520:25, 9 February 2026 diff hist −17 Tiv Pottery No edit summary current
• 20:2520:25, 9 February 2026 diff hist +4,524 N Tiv Pottery Created page with "= Tiv Pottery = '''Tiv pottery''' refers to the traditional ceramic practices of the Tiv people of central Nigeria, particularly within the Benue Valley region. Tiv pottery is primarily utilitarian in nature, serving domestic, agricultural, and ritual needs, and is produced using hand-building techniques and locally sourced materials. == Overview == Tiv pottery consists mainly of earthenware vessels made for everyday household use. Production is typically small-scale a..."
• 05:2305:23, 9 February 2026 diff hist +28 Igbo Pottery →See Also current
• 05:2205:22, 9 February 2026 diff hist +8 Igbo Pottery →See Also
• 05:2205:22, 9 February 2026 diff hist 0 N Category:Ceramics Created blank page current
• 05:2105:21, 9 February 2026 diff hist +4,561 N Igbo Pottery Created page with "'''Igbo pottery''' encompasses the traditional ceramic practices of Igbo-speaking communities in southeastern Nigeria. These pottery traditions are closely integrated into domestic life, agricultural activity, and ritual practice, with forms and techniques adapted to local needs and cultural meanings. == Overview == Igbo pottery is predominantly hand-built earthenware produced for everyday use, ritual contexts, and local exchange. Production is generally small-scale and..."
• 05:1805:18, 9 February 2026 diff hist −18 Nupe Pottery No edit summary current
• 05:1805:18, 9 February 2026 diff hist +4,790 N Nupe Pottery Created page with "= Nupe Pottery = '''Nupe pottery''' refers to the traditional ceramic practices of the Nupe people of central Nigeria, particularly within the Niger–Bida region. Nupe pottery is known for its strong emphasis on functional domestic vessels, careful surface finishing, and continuity of production within established craft communities. == Overview == Nupe pottery is primarily utilitarian in nature, serving household, agricultural, and market needs. Vessels are hand-built..."
• 05:1305:13, 9 February 2026 diff hist +572 Nok Terracotta No edit summary current
• 05:1105:11, 9 February 2026 diff hist +648 Yoruba Pottery No edit summary current
• 05:0905:09, 9 February 2026 diff hist +4,948 N Yoruba Pottery Created page with "'''Yoruba pottery''' refers to the diverse traditions of ceramic vessel-making and related clay practices found among Yoruba-speaking communities of southwestern Nigeria and adjoining regions. Yoruba pottery is primarily associated with functional domestic wares—such as water storage jars and cooking vessels—as well as specialized containers used in ritual, devotional, and social contexts. == Overview == Yoruba pottery is typically produced as hand-built earthenware..."
• 04:5604:56, 9 February 2026 diff hist −20 Nok Terracotta No edit summary
• 04:5604:56, 9 February 2026 diff hist +4,213 N Nok Terracotta Created page with "= Nok Terracotta = '''Nok terracotta''' refers to a corpus of ancient fired clay sculptures produced by the Nok culture of central Nigeria between approximately '''1500 BCE and 500 CE'''. These figures represent some of the earliest known examples of large-scale figurative sculpture in sub-Saharan Africa and are noted for their distinctive stylization, technical sophistication, and cultural significance. == Overview == The Nok terracotta tradition is characterized by h..."

2 February 2026

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29 January 2026

• 20:4220:42, 29 January 2026 diff hist +2,274 N Category:Firing techniques Created page with "'''Firing techniques''' refer to the methods used to harden and transform clay objects through the controlled application of heat. In traditional Nigerian crafts, firing techniques are essential to pottery and ceramic production and reflect both environmental conditions and cultural knowledge. == Definition == Firing is the process of heating shaped clay objects to high temperatures in order to permanently alter their physical and chemical structure, making them durable..." current
• 20:4020:40, 29 January 2026 diff hist −55 Category:Beadmaking No edit summary current
• 20:4020:40, 29 January 2026 diff hist +2,106 N Category:Beadmaking Created page with "{{Technique | name = Beadmaking | region = Nigeria }} '''Beadmaking''' is a craft technique involving the production, shaping, and assembly of beads used for adornment, ritual objects, and symbolic regalia. In Nigeria, beadmaking is closely connected to social status, spiritual meaning, and long-standing trade traditions. == Definition == Beadmaking refers to the creation of small perforated objects designed to be strung or attached to other materials. Beads may be pro..."
• 20:3920:39, 29 January 2026 diff hist +2,031 N Category:Carving Created page with "'''Carving''' is a subtractive craft technique in which material is shaped by cutting, chiseling, or removing portions to create functional or artistic forms. In Nigeria, carving is especially prominent in woodcraft but is also applied to stone, bone, and other materials. == Definition == Carving involves shaping a solid material by removing material using hand tools such as knives, chisels, and adzes. The technique emphasizes controlled reduction rather than additive c..." current
• 20:3720:37, 29 January 2026 diff hist +2,038 N Category:Dyeing Created page with "'''Dyeing''' is a craft technique used to color fibers, textiles, leather, and other materials using natural or processed coloring agents. In traditional Nigerian crafts, dyeing is deeply connected to textile production, symbolism, and cultural identity. == Definition == Dyeing refers to the process of imparting color to a material by immersing it in, applying, or fixing dyes so that the color becomes an integral part of the material rather than a surface coating. == H..." current
• 20:3620:36, 29 January 2026 diff hist −52 Category:Weaving No edit summary current
• 20:3620:36, 29 January 2026 diff hist +2,145 N Category:Weaving Created page with "{{Technique | name = Weaving | region = Nigeria }} '''Weaving''' is a fundamental craft technique in traditional Nigerian material culture, used to produce textiles, mats, baskets, and a variety of functional and ceremonial objects. The technique involves interlacing fibers to create structured surfaces and forms. == Definition == Weaving refers to the process of interlacing two or more sets of fibers—typically warp and weft—to produce cloth or other woven structur..."
• 20:3420:34, 29 January 2026 diff hist +2,143 N Category:Forging Created page with "'''Forging''' is a metalworking technique in which metal is shaped through heating and hammering. In traditional Nigerian crafts, forging has been fundamental to the production of tools, weapons, agricultural implements, and ritual objects, particularly in ironworking traditions. == Definition == Forging involves heating metal—most commonly iron—until it becomes malleable and then shaping it through repeated hammering, cutting, and bending. The process allows for st..." current
• 20:3320:33, 29 January 2026 diff hist −61 Category:Lost-wax casting No edit summary current
• 20:3320:33, 29 January 2026 diff hist +2,293 N Category:Lost-wax casting Created page with "{{Technique | name = Lost-wax casting | region = Nigeria }} '''Lost-wax casting''' is a metalworking technique used to create intricate metal objects through the casting of molten metal into molds formed from wax models. In Nigeria, this technique is historically associated with some of the most sophisticated and internationally recognized metal artworks. == Definition == Lost-wax casting involves creating a detailed model in wax, encasing it in a mold, and then heatin..."
• 20:3120:31, 29 January 2026 diff hist +2,117 N Category:Wheel throwing Created page with "'''Wheel throwing''' is a ceramic forming technique in which clay is shaped on a rotating wheel. In Nigeria, wheel throwing has historically been less widespread than hand-building but appears in specific contexts influenced by technological exchange, trade, and later modernization. == Definition == Wheel throwing involves centering a prepared mass of clay on a rotating wheel and shaping it using hand pressure and tools. The technique allows for symmetrical forms and re..." current
• 20:2920:29, 29 January 2026 diff hist +2,240 N Category:Hand-building Created page with "'''Hand-building''' is one of the oldest and most widespread craft techniques used in traditional Nigerian material culture, particularly in pottery and ceramic production. The technique relies entirely on manual shaping without the use of a potter’s wheel or mechanized tools. == Definition == Hand-building refers to a group of techniques in which objects are formed directly by hand using malleable materials, most commonly clay. Forms are built gradually through shapi..." current
• 20:2420:24, 29 January 2026 diff hist +2,574 N Category:Natural dyes / pigments Created page with "'''Natural dyes and pigments''' have been widely used in traditional Nigerian crafts to color textiles, leather, ceramics, wood, and ritual objects. Derived from plants, minerals, and organic substances, these materials form an essential part of Nigeria’s visual and symbolic craft traditions. == Availability and sources == Natural dyes and pigments are sourced from locally available materials, including: * Plants (leaves, roots, bark, seeds) * Minerals and earth pigme..." current
• 20:2220:22, 29 January 2026 diff hist +2,419 N Category:Beads Created page with "'''Beads''' are among the most culturally significant materials used in traditional Nigerian crafts, serving as powerful markers of identity, status, spirituality, and social structure. Beads have been used for centuries in personal adornment, ritual contexts, and ceremonial regalia across Nigeria. == Availability and sources == Beads used in Nigerian crafts originate from multiple sources and materials, including: * Glass (imported or locally repurposed) * Stone * Shel..." current
• 20:1920:19, 29 January 2026 diff hist −49 Category:Glass No edit summary current
• 20:1920:19, 29 January 2026 diff hist +2,309 N Category:Glass Created page with "{{Material | name = Glass | region = Nigeria }} '''Glass''' has been used in traditional Nigerian crafts primarily for decorative, ritual, and symbolic purposes. Although glass production itself was limited historically, glass objects—especially beads—played an important role in artistic expression, trade, and social identity. == Availability and sources == Historically, most glass used in Nigerian crafts was obtained through trade rather than local production. Sou..."