The Tignon Collection — The Gélé (Yoruba/West Africa) Journal

This hardcover journal features an image from The Tignon Collection — a series honoring the six African headwrap styles that free Black women in 1786 New Orleans transformed from an instrument of oppression into a crown of defiance.

The Gélé originates with the Yoruba people of West Africa. Structured, architectural, and wrapped high above the head, it has been worn for centuries as a symbol of identity, ceremony, and status. It crossed the Atlantic in the memory and hands of enslaved African women — and in New Orleans it became an act of war dressed as beauty.

Perfect for journaling, sketching, note-taking, or as a meaningful gift for anyone who carries their history with pride.

Product features
- Matte laminated cover for durability and reduced glare
- Full wraparound print with vibrant, museum-quality colors
- Casewrap (sewn) binding allowing flexibility and lay-flat use
- 150 lined pages (75 sheets) with perforations for easy removal
- Matte finish; small 0.5"x0.5" production barcode on back cover

Care instructions
- Use a soft, clean and dry cloth to gently brush any dust or dirt off from the center of book outwards.