Talatu Gilga African Horn and Leather Pendant Necklace J. Blas the statuette is hand-carved from

the statuette is hand-carved from native suar wood

Baka injects fiery life into this cultural figure through warm yellow and red tones

Possessing a minimalist flair

This imposing mask depicts a blazing fire on the forehead

This smooth-gaited breed was declared a cultural Heritage of the Nation by Peru's Institute of Culture in 1992

Talatu Gilga African Horn and Leather Pendant Necklace J. Blas the statuette is hand-carved from'The design of this necklace is symbolic of my culture,' says Ila Suleyman who calls it Talatu Gilga, the Mamprusi name usually given to boys born on a Wednesday. From northern Ghana, Mamprusi people are predominantly rice and cattle farmers who use cow hide to create various items including jewelry and accessories. For this necklace, Suleyman selects a round pendant carved from bull horn to center multiple strands of yellow leather. The necklace