One of the world's largest and most diverse stone reserves is found in Zimbabwe. Shona art, an art movement born from this diversity, takes its name from the Shona tribe and has a history of 1000 years.

According to the Shona tribe's belief, the spirits of their ancestors and gods continue to live in the stones. Artists reveal these spirits when they carve the stones.

Sad is a work made from Soapstone by sculptor Langton Guvamombe in 2022.

Depicts a person in mourning...

Artist Biography:

Born in Harare in 1952, Langton Guvamombe started sculpting in Harare in 1975. He was inspired by Manuel Mvura, a fellow sculptor. He joined the Canon and Peterson art community in 1977. He is still a member of the group and continues his work from this camp.

The size of the statue is: 20x9x5 cm...