Big Yawn Wood mask _artisan--novica-artisan-9471 ixcaco (cocoa) and unbleached ivory

ixcaco (cocoa) and unbleached ivory cotton

Hand-beaded by female artisans in Guatemala

In Hindu legends describing the events of Ramayana

Wire & glass beads

Celebrated every year before Ash Wednesday

Big Yawn Wood mask _artisan--novica-artisan-9471 ixcaco (cocoa) and unbleached ivoryAlthough he tries, he simply cannot stifle the enormous yawn that rises from within. He closes his eyes and opens mouth wide as sleep threatens to overtake the handsome personage. Nyoman Naranata portrays the man as a hibiscus wood mask. Hibiscus wood exhibits colors ranging from white to light gray, dark gray or even black heartwood. This natural occurrence can rarely be replicated, making each carving exceptionally unique. Please expect slight