WAITING FOR MAMA

SIZE: SMALL
 
ARTIST: RACKINOS CHINGWARO
 
This lovely small sculpture is hand-carved from a single piece of FRUIT SERPENTINE by 3rd Generation SHONA artist, RACKINOS CHINGWARO.
 
'I was born in February 1th 1980 in Mukaera in the northern parts of Zimbabwe. I come from a family that both among the Sculptors in the Guruve region and in the religious Community of Mukaera enjoys a high reputation. I began sculpting at the age of 12 years i really just wanted to be a football player (Soccer) and Sculpting was just a pass time, when my father fell ill i had to sculpt in order to support our family. In 1994 i joined Tengenenge, gave workshops and was soon one of the Sculptors of the Art Village, which could earn a living alone with sculptures. When after the turn of the Century the ownership and the responsibilities we're apaque in Tengenenge, i went back to Mukaera before joining Chitungwiza arts Centre. I describe my self as a religious reserved almost a shy man, this also reflected in work.'
 
FRUIT SERPENTINE is a lovely stone which can contain many colours and is a favoured medium by many artists. The differing hues within make each piece totally unique and add additional interest and attractiveness to each individual sculpture. enhancing it's natural beauty.
 
Beautifully sculpted and a deep rich colour.
 
Would enhance any home or garden setting.
 
DIMENSIONS: H16 x W20 x D7cms
 
SCULPTURE REFERENCE: FI57/22