Hand-carved Shona Stone Dancing Couple Statue (Zimbabwe) ACSC-MBDC8 ACSC-MBDC8

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Shona Stone Dancing Couple Statue (Zimbabwe)

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Shona stone sculptures of Zimbabwe are prized in art museums and galleries worldwide including the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Rodin Museum in Paris
Though a relatively young art form, the popularity of Shona sculpture has grown quickly and it now provides steady income for the artisans and their families
Sculpture stands 8 inches tall
Shona sculptors quarry and select their own stone often preferring serpentine because of its incredible hardness and elegant multi-color finish
They rarely sketch a work in preparation, preferring to work directly on the stone, and often work more than one piece at a time
Each piece is individually hand carved and varies slightly in coloring and size
Among the most appealing of these works of art are the Ukama (loving families) sculptures, which depict mothers and their children, whole families, and couples embraced in love and dancing with joy
This ukama sculpture is made from rapoka stone
Designed by Panganai Kwinjo who carves and polishes his sculptures by hand to produce family groups of unusual beauty
Born into a family of three boys and two girls, Panganai has been carving sculptures in stone for over 10 years
He credits the joys of growing up in his own family for his inspiration

The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly.

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WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.