Songye Kwifibe African Protection Spirit Wall Mask Artisan Crafted Wood Art Zach Zoe A magnificent cattleya orchid captures

A magnificent cattleya orchid captures Yuli's imagination

the hummingbird is hand-carved from jempinis wood

lends a warm

this artisan crafted sterling silver necklace features a diminutive chain adorned with moonstone and clear glass beads

The beige hammock packs away for easy storage

Songye Kwifibe African Protection Spirit Wall Mask Artisan Crafted Wood Art Zach Zoe A magnificent cattleya orchid capturesThis 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.