Yaka Rites Artisan Crafted Congolese African Mask in Brown and White Dishes Sterling spirals cast a hypnotic

Sterling spirals cast a hypnotic illusion that accompanies the enigmatic elegance of blue cultured pearls

faceted cabochon of lapis lazuli swings a teardrop of cultured freshwater pearl in this pair of drop earrings

The cross body

I craft the ornaments by hand

Sterling silver clouds caress a moon of green agate

Yaka Rites Artisan Crafted Congolese African Mask in Brown and White Dishes Sterling spirals cast a hypnoticThe Yaka people who dwell along the Kwango River inspire this elegant African mask. Christopher Nyasafo carves the imposing image from sese wood and paints it by hand. Masks are very important in the rites of passage for these residents of the Democratic Republic of Congo, especially the rituals in which adolescents become men. materials: Sese wood Hand crafted item color, size and or motif may vary slightly Intended as wall decor 21. 25 in. H x 8. 75