Heavy and expressive hand-carved statue of an elderly man with a pipe, made of solid serpentine stone. The sculpture combines highly polished and rough surfaces, typical of Shona art from Zimbabwe. The work symbolizes wisdom and life experience—a common theme within this art tradition.
The statue is entirely handcrafted, has a beautiful natural patina, and a protective felt base. Both decoratively and artistically, it is a striking piece with character.
Details:
• Country of origin: Zimbabwe
• Period: approx. 1980–2000
• Material: serpentine stone (solid, hand-carved)
• Dimensions: 25 × 12.5 × 15 cm
• Weight: approx. 5.4 kg
• Condition: very good, with minor signs of wear consistent with age
• Colors: greenish-gray, brown, with silvery accents
Will be carefully packaged.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsGrey, Beige, Brown, SilverMaterialStoneNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeSmallHeight25 cmWidth13 cmDepth15 cmSigns of usageDiscoloring, Crack, Scratches