Fighting Spirit Ashanti Wood Masks (Pair) Sarote Lochotinunt Repurposing pieces of scrap metal

Repurposing pieces of scrap metal

With sparkling scarlet hues

the sweet citrus piece features a mix of shining metals and supports the skilled jewelry artists that made it

outfitted with three zipper pockets and a padded ring bar

It is fashioned of recycled bicycle and automobile parts

Fighting Spirit Ashanti Wood Masks (Pair) Sarote Lochotinunt Repurposing pieces of scrap metalChief Carver Nana Frimpong depicts an Ashanti king and queen in two imposing masks. Carved by hand from sese wood, each one receives coats of black polish. The king has a diamond on his forehead and ritual scarification on his cheeks; the queen wears her hair like a tall helmet. 'Masks like these were used by Ashanti royalty to fight spirits that attacked them,' Frimpong says. materials: Sese wood Eco Friendly: carved from natural and sustainable wood