Songye Kwifibe African Protection Spirit Wall Mask Artisan Crafted Wood Art _artisan--novica-artisan-11733 cabochon amethysts evoke ruffled petals

cabochon amethysts evoke ruffled petals as they embrace a purple gem with golden veins

Fringe finishes both ends of the scarf

Beautifully hand-carved decor for the kitchen

Outer shell is further blast treated for an added plush and softer feel

Songye Kwifibe African Protection Spirit Wall Mask Artisan Crafted Wood Art _artisan--novica-artisan-11733 cabochon amethysts evoke ruffled petalsThis 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.