SHONA STONE SCULPTURE, verdite stone, female head bust, lady statue, home decor statue, african statue, carving stone

SHONA STONE SCULPTURE, verdite stone , female head bust, lady statu, home decor statue, african statue, carving stone Discover the captivating artistry of Zimbabwe with this stunning Shona sculpture. Skillfully hand-carved from verdite, a beautiful green stone unique to the region, this bust showcases intricate details and a profound sense of calm. A testament to the talent of Shona artists and a wonderful addition to any art collection or decor. This verdite statue measures Height 40cm Width 20cm and weighing approximately 18kgs. Zimbabwe is rich in a variety of stones including serpentine, butter jade, verdite, leopard rock, springstone etc. This expressive form of art through stone carving has grown in leaps and bounds since 1980. Initially introduced around 1956 by Frank McEwen who was then the Director of The National Gallery of Rhodesia a lot of progress has been made in Zimbabwe. This expressive form of art has grown in leaps and bounds since 1980.