terracotta sculptures, scattered across central Nigeria. Here is a traveller's guide to the terracotta wonders of the NOK culture.
Calling all history buffs and adventure seekers! Today, we embark on a journey to a place steeped in mystery and ancient artistry - the Nok culture of Nigeria. While the Nok people themselves remain shrouded in some historical enigma, their legacy lives on in the form of captivating terracotta sculptures, scattered across central Nigeria. Here…
These exquisite figurines depict human figures, animals, and even enigmatic composite creatures. The artistry is sophisticated, with detailed features and expressions that hint at the complexity of Nok society.The Nok people mastered the art of creating life-sized terracotta figures using a technique called “coil building.” This involved meticulously layering clay coils to create intricate shapes.
Calling all history buffs and adventure seekers! Today, we embark on a journey to a place steeped in mystery and ancient artistry - the Nok culture of Nigeria. While the Nok people themselves remain shrouded in some historical enigma, their legacy lives on in the form of captivating terracotta sculptures, scattered across central Nigeria.
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