Calabash Gourd 02 new in each piece may have natural

each piece may have natural imperfections and no two will be identical

Kansai combines the beauty and simplicity of Japanese aesthetic with ceramic forms and materials inspired by ancient Jomon

protecting them from dust and insects as well as preserving elaborate coiffures

This style of headrest is common place with the Samburu people

The masks are either masculine or feminine

Calabash Gourd 02 new in each piece may have naturalThis hand carved gourd is made from the calabash tree and originates from the Maasai people of Kenya. This vessel would have been used to store milk, honey and beer as well as for initiation ceremonies. The gourds are made using calabashes which have beautiful natural shapes. The calabashes are cut from their vines and dried for several weeks before being hollowed, washed and sterilised with embers from the wild olive tree. Shorter, fatter calabash