Akan Friend Carved Wood Authentic African Mask Hapy Hari Designer Putu Gede Darmawan muses

Designer Putu Gede Darmawan muses 'Nothing is perfect

Elongated loops are hammered from sterling silver and bathed in 22k gold to capture the light in intriguing ways

Crinkly chic and all dressed up

All steps of the production are carried out by hand

The joyful cylindrical bells are handmade from up-cycled metal with intricate hand-painted floral details in a vibrant array of colors

Akan Friend Carved Wood Authentic African Mask Hapy Hari Designer Putu Gede Darmawan musesBy Rita Addo Zakour, this imposing mask depicts a long, slender personage who opens his mouth to sing. She carves and paints the original design by hand, naming it Ogyam, an Akan word which means 'friend.' materials: Sese wood Hand crafted item color, size and or motif may vary slightly Intended as wall decor 19 in. H x 4. 7 in. W x 2. 4 in. D