UIG5427481 Although robes of this type are associated with the aristocracy of the Hausa / Fulani ruled states established in Nigeria by the Islamic jihads of the mid 18th C, the finest robes were mostly woven and embroidered by the Nupe. Late 19th century (sculpture); (add.info.: This example bears a design known as eight knives. Nigeria. Hausa / Fulani / Nupe. late 19th / 20th c Northern Nigeria byWerner Forman/UIG/Leemage); Werner Forman/UIG.