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Shona sculptures impress, stimulate, and inspire. A beautiful abstract art piece entitled ’Kissing or NECKING GIRAFFES’ carved by Richard Banda, Mbare, Zimbabwe. The Shona artist skillfully captures and enshrines an abstract rendition of nuzzling giraffes viewable from both sides. The sculpture makes a great home décor accent and and unique gift that will be appreciated by all recipients, young and old.
Admired by Picasso and many other artists and sculptors, many critics view Shona sculptors to be the world’s current era of greatest rock artists and sculptors. Hand carved from a solid piece of raw soapstone (steatite) known locally as rapoko, no two sculptures, however similar, even by the same artist, are the same. The magnificent examples of the Shona talent often sell for more than $250 for the 12" (300mm) tall pieces in USA, EU, and Asian art galleries. We are able to offer them at moderate prices by contracting directly with the sculptors at fair trade prices.
A professional geologist can notarize a certificate of authenticity and origin with appraised retail market value for each sculpture. CoA available for a small additional fee and highly recommended for insurance and collection purposes. Type 'yes' or 'y' in box next to CoA $20.00 if you want certification.
For more information on this type of sculpture, the sculpture in photograph D is described in detail here. Photographs for Product A through F are the actual piece you receive i.e. WYSIWYG:
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(do not order a specific product (A through F) if it shows as "BACKORDERED" rather select "Any" with desired height as we cannot guarantee the can be replicated alternatively select one that's in stock).
If the item quantity is two ( 2) or more and you'd like to personally select your "Any" beautiful piece, write your e-mail address in the box Send photos. At least two and no more than five different products photographs will be sent to you for your consideration. The additional small $5 feee is to cover our costs.
These sculptures are very popular, if the quantity states backordered, instead of a number, for a specific size and/or style, it is sold out. A similar product can be ordered (click on the backordered link for details) that usually takes ten to 14 weeks. If backorder not wanted, remove the item/s from the shopping cart or at checkout.
The artists in Zimbabwe are desperate for work and our vast network can carve almost anything, to any size, in the stone of your choice, and in any quantities as a commission. Contact us about any idea or request on the e-mail link below.
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