Lega Sorcerer Congolese wood mask _artisan--novica-artisan-7484 is captivating in a necklace

is captivating in a necklace by India's Narayani

and lined in velvet

With its gracious design and radiant color

Three sterling leaves dance in the sunlight

They hang from silver hooks

Lega Sorcerer Congolese wood mask _artisan--novica-artisan-7484 is captivating in a necklaceAn 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.