Kwele Mask II African Protective Wood Wall Mask Heart Shaped Kwele Art Cocktail the chest-style box is handcrafted

the chest-style box is handcrafted from pinewood

Indonesian artist Buana carves serene goddess faces from bone and crowns them in intricate sterling silver and peridot headdresses

5" (52 cm)

meaning 'with love' in Quechua

Hand crafted by Indian artisan Neeru Goel

Kwele Mask II African Protective Wood Wall Mask Heart Shaped Kwele Art Cocktail the chest-style box is handcraftedChristopher Nyasafo replicates the legendary Kwele mask with a feast of colors. This style of mask is from the Kwele people in Gabon, Cameroon and the Republic of Congo and features two long horns that encircle the face with a heart shaped aura. The masks are regarded as highly protective and are controlled by the Bwete Association, who maintains social order. They are used in ceremonies which promote well being and community. Nyasafo carves the sese