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

Jorova was founded by three women -- Josephine

This imposing mask depicts a blazing fire on the forehead

They keep tradition alive by weaving the hammock with the same techniques developed by their Maya ancestors

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