Heart of Grief Nigerian Wood Wall Mask _artisan--novica-artisan-13235 the moon is mesmerized by

the moon is mesmerized by the sun's ardent fire

5 carat gem is believed to promote truth and forgiveness

Surrounded by sterling beams

Designed with oversized

Heart of Grief Nigerian Wood Wall Mask _artisan--novica-artisan-13235 the moon is mesmerized byWith eyes closed, a face is filled with sorrow in this mask by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. 'Among the Hausa people of Nigeria, such masks are given to a widow or widower,' he explains. 'They believe the spirit of the mask will give the bereaved person a large heart to deal with the pain of loss. Anytime he or she sets eyes on this mask, the grieving one will get some inner peace.' He names the piece Zurufi, a Hausa word meaning 'Deep Heart.' materials: