Songye Kwifibe African Protection Spirit Wall Mask Artisan Crafted Wood Art Zach Zoe this artisan crafted sterling silver
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this artisan crafted sterling silver necklace features a diminutive chain adorned with moonstone and clear glass beads
The beige hammock packs away for easy storage
lends a warm
the hummingbird is hand-carved from jempinis wood
Songye Kwifibe African Protection Spirit Wall Mask Artisan Crafted Wood Art Zach Zoe this artisan crafted sterling silverThis replica mask of powerful beauty is known as kwifibe by the Songye people of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Distinguished by its black and white stripes, the mask is believed to embody supernatural forces that will ward off evil. To the Songye, the use of white on the mask symbolizes positive concepts such as purity and peace, the moon and light. Ghana's Christopher Nyasafo carves the wall mask by hand featuring a bird looking downward.