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Terence Paradzai Nehumba
'Bird' original springstone Shona sculpture signed by Terence Nehumba

2004

About the Item

'Bird' is an original springstone sculpture signed by the Zimbabwean artist Terence Paradzai Nehumba. Terence was trained in the Shona stone carving tradition and this is an excellent early example of his work, combining abstract and animal forms. The sculpture takes the form of a massive bird, its round body perched atop a curving stone. Terence plays with the texture of the springstone, bringing the body of the bird to a high and deep polish while leaving its eyes and the stone perch rough-hewn. springstone 40 x 19 x 10 inches 242 lbs signed "T.P. Nehumba" acquired directly from the artist overall excellent condition with no signs of wear or damage Terence Nehumba is a self-taught artist, born third in a family of eight. He was brought up in an artistic environment: his father was a class 2 carpenter, and a number of well known artists including Chituwa Jemali, Nisbert Mukoberanwa, and Tanderai Marezva worked in his neighborhood. The work of these figures inspired Terence at a tender age. Terence started to sculpt in 2001, primarily making abstracts and animal figures. He is particularly comfortable working in springstone, known for its hardness and brilliant color. He participated in the first Agio International Sculptors Symposium in 2004 and continues to work toward becoming one of the world's best stone sculptors.
  • Creator:
  • Creation Year:
    2004
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40 in (101.6 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
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  • Condition:
    Overall excellent condition with no signs of wear or damage.
  • Gallery Location:
    Milwaukee, WI
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 11463g1stDibs: LU60537458972

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