Reverent Oxidized Copper Decorative Funeral Mask Statuette _artisan--novica-artisan-9788 Like exotic night-blooming flora

Like exotic night-blooming flora

Encircling the neck with two strands of cable chain

A three-carat amethyst sparkles with purple hues atop this single-stone ring crafted from sterling silver

By Gianluca Anzani

Reverent Oxidized Copper Decorative Funeral Mask Statuette _artisan--novica-artisan-9788 Like exotic night-blooming floraThe contemplative, reverent gaze of this copper and bronze decorative mask statuette is fitting with its inspiration, the masks used in funeral ceremonies of Lamyayeque pre Columbian cultures in the north of Peru during the 8th and 15th centuries. The squared off shape and accessories denote royalty. Both sides feature the intricate face, each with different embellishments for the mouth. Designed by Ana Maria Enciso of Peru, the statuette is made of