Daimuwa III Hand Carved African Wood Mask with Embossed Aluminum _artisan--novica-artisan-7281 inspired by hill tribe motifs

inspired by hill tribe motifs

After they've dried in the sun

The Thai artist finishes the wall sculpture with green and gold paint

this handcrafted ring is lighthearted and modern

this magnificent photo frame is hand-carved of sustainable mango wood

Daimuwa III Hand Carved African Wood Mask with Embossed Aluminum _artisan--novica-artisan-7281 inspired by hill tribe motifsAbdul Aziz Mohamadu creates the original design of this mask which he names Daimuwa, the Hausa term for 'persisting to get something accomplished.' He is inspired by those worn by the Chamba tribes of Nigeria during their Chambalare festival, which celebrates the abundance of food after a prolonged period of drought and hunger. A mask of striking beauty, it is carved by hand of African rubberwood, adorned with embossed aluminum on the forehead, nose,