Ancient Igbo Iron Smelting Map, Lejja Nigeria History Art, 2000 BC Prehistoric African Civilization, Iron Age Heritage Print.
$29.57
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The Sacred Forge: Ancient Lejja Iron Smelting Map (2000 BC)
Where History and Art Collide This stretched canvas brings an old-world map to your wall — weathered paper tones, a compass rose, and delicate hand-drawn routes that invite pause. More than just a map, this piece captures the "magico-religious" history of the Lejja site in Nigeria , a prehistoric community of iron smiths dating back to 2000 BC .
It settles into living rooms, studies, or entryways with quiet history, anchoring the space with warm sepia and subtle texture. Hang it where stories begin: above a reading nook, over a mantel, or in a hallway where guests linger. The pine frame and rich print feel tangible and honest, like a relic remade for everyday life.
The Story Behind the Art
Recent scholarship by Dr. Pamela Eze-Uzomaka highlights Lejja as a thriving ancient community featuring hundreds of furnaces and ritualized ironwork. In ancient Igboland, the production of metal was a sacred act, where supernatural forces were invited to supervise the forge. This map serves as a tribute to that extinct but powerful heritage.
Product Features
Premium Quality: 100% polyester heavy-weight canvas stretched over a 0.75" pine frame.
Vibrant Detail: Crisp color reproduction using modern printing techniques to highlight the weathered texture.
Ready to Hang: Includes mounting hardware for easy installation.
Crafted with Care: Assembled in the USA from globally sourced parts.
Note: A minor 1-3 mm design shift may occur during the handcrafted assembly process.
Size & Quality Specifications
Resolution: High-definition file provided at 3598 x 2393 px .
Aspect Ratio: Perfect 3:2 ratio , ideal for standard frames like 8x12, 10x15, or 12x18 inches.
Print Quality: Sharp, museum-grade output at 300 DPI.
Care Instructions
If the canvas gathers any dust, wipe it off gently with a clean, damp cloth.
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Product information: Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Care instructions: If the canvas does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, damp cloth.
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