Relax African wood mask _artisan--novica-artisan-13813 The stones total some 3

The stones total some 3 carats

Contrived from recycled flip flops

Three cultured freshwater pearls hang seductively from sterling silver cords in these magnificent dangle earrings

crafting them expertly by hand to highlight the wood's rich dark grain

They work in the age-old techniques of Murano glass brought from Italy to Brazil by Mario Seguso in 1954

Relax African wood mask _artisan--novica-artisan-13813 The stones total some 3Daniel Nyadedzor names this beautiful mask for Mangoase, a town in eastern Ghana. Townspeople enjoy relaxing in the shade of mango trees that abound there. 'I carved this piece to exhibit the significance of recreation,' Nyadedzor says. Shaped like an almond, the mask exhibits symmetrical features embellished with brass and is painted by hand. materials: Sese wood and brass 12. 5 in. H x 7 in. W x 3. 2 in. D