The Nok sculptures are made of terra cotta, a kind of earthenware. They vary in size from one inch high to life size. All the human heads have pierced ears, and the eyes are hollowed out. Scholars do not know what function these sculptures had in the Nok society. Some believe that the sculpture of other West African peoples shows Nok influence. Today, Nok is the name of a village in Nigeria, about 100 miles northeast of Baro.

The people of Nok probably farmed the land, but they also hunted and gathered food. They made tools and weapons of stone and at least started to learn to smelt and use iron. They probably wore beaded jewelry, including anklets, bracelets and heavy collars. The Nok people apparently lived in clay huts in the lowlands and hills. Like some Nigerians today, they worshiped their ancestors and had many gods. Little is known about the end of the Nok Culture. It remains a myste

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