Kwele Mask II African Protective Wood Wall Mask Heart Shaped Kwele Art _artisan--novica-artisan-9038 Blissfully bohemian

Blissfully bohemian

this sterling silver necklace comes from Narinee's artistry

Show your stripes in this bright knit sweater from Peruvian artisan Alfredo Falcon

which means 'warrior' in the Hausa language

Kwele Mask II African Protective Wood Wall Mask Heart Shaped Kwele Art _artisan--novica-artisan-9038 Blissfully bohemianChristopher Nyasafo replicates the legendary Kwele mask with a feast of colors. This style of mask is from the Kwele people in Gabon, Cameroon and the Republic of Congo and features two long horns that encircle the face with a heart shaped aura. The masks are regarded as highly protective and are controlled by the Bwete Association, who maintains social order. They are used in ceremonies which promote well being and community. Nyasafo carves the sese