Namji Doll, white - 50.2 Pet The twist of the form

The twist of the form and the slashing strokes create a dynamic shape making them ideal as independent pieces which can be seen from any angle

The technique requires a great deal of skill and involves extensive knowledge of pottery and metalworking

Burkina Faso — ceremonial sun mask

conservatory or even greenhouse

as well as nomadic communities in the rural hinterlands of Burundi

Namji Doll, white - 50.2 Pet The twist of the formNamchi Namji dolls are carved from African Rosewood, a legume tree native to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Cameroon, Gabon and Equatorial Guinea. A single block of African Rosewood wood is hand carved into a geometric shape and decorated with multi coloured beads, metals, fibre, cowrie shells, coins, and even leather. Each doll is carved with a unique stature and facial expression. Unadorned dolls made by blacksmiths are played with by young