Songye Kwifibe African Protection Spirit Wall Mask Artisan Crafted Wood Art _artisan--novica-artisan-2047 which she carves by hand

which she carves by hand from suar wood with a polish that accentuates its natural grain

Two sweethearts snuggle on a park bench in this charming sculpture by Armando Ramírez

Crafted of sterling silver with copper accents

sky blue cotton in a classic button-up style is elevated by rows of laddering lace inserts and traditional chikankari hand embroidery

Her owners thought they could protect her by placing her in a cage away from the dog

Songye Kwifibe African Protection Spirit Wall Mask Artisan Crafted Wood Art _artisan--novica-artisan-2047 which she carves by handThis 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.