Lega Sorcerer Congolese wood mask _artisan--novica-artisan-7484 They hang from silver hooks

They hang from silver hooks

this candle holder is designed in the style of Talavera handicrafts by Mexican artisan Juana Ponce

Mexican artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez handcraft the figurine from copal wood

Working in luxurious baby alpaca

A pebbled leather flap in saddle brown covers the clutch

Lega Sorcerer Congolese wood mask _artisan--novica-artisan-7484 They hang from silver hooksAn African mask of mystical allure, it is traditionally worn by the Lega sorcerer from Congo Kinshasa (formerly Zaire). According to Lega customs, the sorcerer wears this mask with the sole purpose of healing, consulting the oracle or for initiation rites. Salihu Ibrahim carves the image by hand in an oval, with a concave heart shaped face. He paints the piece an off white shade, and treats it to appear like an antique piece. materials: Sese wood 11.