Artifact: A story from the land, told without words
Artifact: A story from the land, told without words

Artifact: A story from the land, told without words


Gisenyi, Rwanda

Handcrafted from dried banana leaves on a wood panel, this African Vintage Art Piece quietly transports you to a village near the shores of Lake Kivu. Thatched huts settle into the earth, tall trees line a worn path, and a lone figure moves through the landscape.  

There’s a hush to the scene, like late afternoon heat settling over the hills. Every element — cut, pressed, and placed by hand — carries the rhythm of patience and the knowledge of natural materials. The muted tones aren’t painted; they belong to the leaf itself, aged by time and touch.

Made in Gisenyi through the Nyondo Mission.