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This post would have been used at the sites of initiations and spiritualistic rituals

The wood has taken on a beautiful patina and wear over use and time with natural imperfections

This stunning headrest comes from the Oromo people of Ethiopia and is hand-carved from indigenous wood

Each mask represents a male or a female and would have traditionally been worn on the head during ceremonies

r.w. new in This post would have beenOur Roots and Wings (R. W.) cap is inspired by the profound African proverb: "We desire to pass on two things to our children; the first is roots and the second is wings." At the orphan projects we support, dedicated keepers provide the deep roots of love and care, whilst structured rehabilitation programmes foster the wings of confidence required for orphans to live wild again. Each cap features custom embroidery depicting baby elephants alongside