A young Igbo girl from Nibo, recorded as ‘Nwauko’ in Northcote Thomas’ photographic catalogue, and captured around 1910–1911. #nwauko #igbogirl #nibo #anambrastate

Igbo girl, captured in a portrait by Sylvia Leith-Ross, probably from the Isuama area. circa 1940s. #isuama #igbo #orlu #igbogirl #blackbeauty

A “girl wife”—in traditional Igbo society, girls could marry from the age of 16, often to strengthen family alliances. Marriage marked the transition into adulthood, with young brides mentored by older women.

Photo by G.T. Basden, early 20th century.

#igbobride #igbogirl #marriage #bride

A young Igbo girl, photographed by G.T. Basden in the early 20th century.
#igbogirl #igboarchive

A young Awka girl, depicted in a 1921 illustration for an advertisement for Among the Ibos by G.T. Basden. #igbo #awka #igbogirl

A portrait of a smiling Igbo girl.

The photo was taken in the early 20th century, specifically between 1930-31. #igbo #igbogirl