African Hand Carved Stone Mother Child Sculpture Shona Style Figurine Vintage

Description

View African Hand Carved Stone Mother Child Sculpture Shona Style Figurine Vintage with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Origin (Style): Consistent withShona / African stone carving tradition. Fertility and family. Beautiful hand-carved African “Mother & Child” stone figurine, standing approximately 8.5” tall, showcasing a timeless symbol of love, family, and heritage. This style closely resembles traditional Shona stone sculptures from Zimbabwe , a globally recognized African art form known for abstract, smooth, and expressive carvings that celebrate themes of motherhood, family, and life. These sculptures are typically handcrafted from materials like soapstone or serpentine and are valued for their unique, one-of-a-kind craftsmanship , with no two pieces exactly alike. Details: Height: Approx. 8.5 inches Material: Appears to be carved stone (soapstone/serpentine style) Handmade: Hand-carved with natural variations in texture and finish Style: African abstract / figurative “Mother & Child” theme Origin (Style): Consistent with Shona / African stone carving tradition Era: Likely late 20th century decorative or export art (common for these pieces) The “Mother & Child” motif is one of the most important themes in African art, symbolizing: Love and protection Fertility and family Continuity of life Shona sculpture, in particular, has become one of the most significant modern African art movements, with artisans continuing stone carving traditions that date back centuries.   Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Cultures & Ethnicities › African › 1900-Now › Figures & Sculptures.

Provenance

Ownership History Not Available

Culture

African

Handmade

Yes

Country of Origin

Kenya