God's Gifts Artisan Crafted Nigerian Wood Mask _artisan--novica-artisan-10976 Artisan Waldo Berrios

Artisan Waldo Berrios

Each piece is carved of quality mango wood that is stained in rich dark brown

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Dewdrops the color of the moon bathe mystical leaves in an elegant design from India's Shanker

made up of seven distinct bands fused together

God's Gifts Artisan Crafted Nigerian Wood Mask _artisan--novica-artisan-10976 Artisan Waldo BerriosBrilliant color conveys both joy and gratitude in this elegant mask by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. Symmetrical features narrow from wide eyes to a narrow chin and voluptuous lips, while aluminum repouss creates a triangle on the wide forehead. 'This mask is used by the Goroshie tribe in Nigeria during their harvest festival called Motaka Rafi,' the artisan explains. He names this exquisite piece Bawule a Hausa word meaning 'God gives.' materials: African