Relax African wood mask _artisan--novica-artisan-13813 Peru's Alberto Caceres carries on

Peru's Alberto Caceres carries on the artisanal traditions of his country

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

Contrived from recycled flip flops

this original mask represents 'Patience

a frog is transformed into a salt cellar in whimsical design by Putu Oka Mahendra

Relax African wood mask _artisan--novica-artisan-13813 Peru's Alberto Caceres carries onDaniel 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