These door panels and lintel are from the palace of the Ogoga (king) of Ikere in Nigeria. They depict the arrival of a British administrator in the Ogoga’s palace around 1899 – 1901. They were carved by the celebrated Yoruba artist, Olowe of Ise, who was known for his elaborate architectural sculptures such as doors and house posts as marks of status for the local royal families. These objects offer a good entry point into the nature and perception of British rule in Africa.