Songye Mask 14 Cowrie shells are symbolic of

Cowrie shells are symbolic of wealth and the use of cowrie shells on these baskets indicates that they were used to store valuable content

hand-carved from indigenous wood and hand-finished with beads and shells

Each pot is made by hand using clay from river banks

Mike managed to find the perfect moment with the shadows of the dunes below

Style as a sculptural decorative object

Songye Mask 14 Cowrie shells are symbolic ofSongye masks originate from the Congo and are hand carved from indigenous wood. The masks are traditionally worn by men during ceremonial dances. The masks are either masculine or feminine, identified by the crest in the centre of the mask. It is believed that the larger the crest the more magical powers the mask possesses. Stand is included. Please note stands may have minor imperfections.