"Abaja" Yoruba tribal mark

Lagos woman in her "Abaja" Yoruba tribal mark 1903 circa.

"Abaja Mefa" is a distinct type of tribal facial marking originating from the Oyo people of Nigeria.

Done by MayowaBlades

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J. Miguel Lopez

J. Miguel Lopez

March 21, 2025

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