Songye Kwifibe African Protection Spirit Wall Mask Artisan Crafted Wood Art Pajama Sets two rectangular stones of red-orange

two rectangular stones of red-orange onyx complete a mystical pair of dangle earrings

blue chalcedony glows with mystical elegance in earrings from Shanker

freshwater cultured pearls & lapis lazuli

and the handbag is lined in cotton

A watchful mama dog in brass sits behind a sweet sterling silver puppy in this heartwarming handmade piece

Songye Kwifibe African Protection Spirit Wall Mask Artisan Crafted Wood Art Pajama Sets two rectangular stones of red-orangeThis 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.