Washington Msonza Figurative Sculptures

b. 1966

Washington Msonza was born in 1966 in Domboshava, where he attended primary school. He then moved to Chitungwiza to attend secondary school. While in school, he spent most of his time watching his brother-in-law Albert Mamvura, also a sculptor whose workshop was close to his house. In 1988, Msonza began assisting Albert full time, while simultaneously gaining experience by watching other well known artists in the area including Gedion Nyanhongo, Biggie Kapeta and Locardia Ndandarika. He began by sculpting smaller works, and later began creating life-size sculptures. Washington’s great-aunt Locardia Ndandarika conveyed to him the ability to develop a feeling for what he calls “Imagination of the stone’s soul” or the capability to foresee a hidden sculpture in the unhewn stone. An important thematic foundation of inspiration for Washington lies in the Shona myths which were told to him during his childhood. He preferably chooses black serpentine and springstone as a medium for his sculptures, contrasting polished and differently hewn unpolished surfaces. His graphic figures radiate a deep inner power offering interesting perspectives through the unique three-dimensional qualities. Msonza’s work can be seen in galleries in the USA, South Africa, the Netherlands, Germany and Zimbabwe. His early work can be seen at Nhukutu Gallery, in the Chapungu Sculpture Park and Springstone Gallery. In 1991 he participated in the annual heritage exhibition of the Zimbabwe National Gallery. In 2000, Msonza represented Zimbabwe in the Changschun International Sculpture symposium in China.

Artist: Washington Msonza

Washington Msonza'Ready for Marriage' original stone Shona sculpture signed by Washington Msonza, 2002

$9,500

'Ready for Marriage' original stone Shona sculpture signed by Washington Msonza

By Washington Msonza

Located in Milwaukee, WI

'Ready for Marriage' is an original opal serpentine sculpture signed by the Zimbabwean artist Washington Msonza. The sculpture features a single elegant figure in a flowing gown, standing tall and averting her gaze as she clutches the veil that envelops her. Msonza emphasizes the materiality of the work, as is so desired of artists trained in the Shona tradition, by differentiating between the dark, smooth polish of her skin and the lighter textured surface of her clothes. Even more, passages of the surface are left in the serpentine's rough natural state, allowing the green-colored stone to contrast with the red-orange oxidization of its environment. opal stone (serpentine) 33 x 12 x 12 inches signed "Msonza W" on reverse along base Overall good condition; some minor scratches, likely as the sculpture left artist's studio. Base in photographs is not attached and is included at request of buyer. Washington Msonza was born in 1966 in Domboshava where he attended primary school. He then moved to Chitungwiza to attend secondary schooling. While in school, he spent most of his time watching his sculptor brother-in-law Albert Mamvura, whose workshop was close to his house. In 1988 Msonza began assisting Albert full time, while simultaneously gaining experience by watching other well known artists in the area including Gedion Nyanhongo...

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Early 2000s Contemporary Washington Msonza Figurative Sculptures

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Stone

Wim van der KantGallulus Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Male Figure Green Patina Marble Stone, 2007

$9,900

H 16.54 in W 7.88 in

Gallulus Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Male Figure Green Patina Marble Stone

By Wim van der Kant

Located in Utrecht, NL

Gallulus Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Male Figure Green Patina Marble Stone Wim van der Kant (1949, Kampen) is a selftaught artist. Next to his busy profess...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Washington Msonza Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Wim van der KantCrepis Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Male Figure Marble Stone, 2002

$16,948

H 17.72 in W 7.88 in

Crepis Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Male Figure Marble Stone

By Wim van der Kant

Located in Utrecht, NL

Crepis Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Male Figure Marble Stone Wim van der Kant (1949, Kampen) is a selftaught artist. Next to his busy profession as a teacher at...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Washington Msonza Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Wim van der KantAquila Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Marble Stone Contemporary In Stock, 2015

$17,409

H 27.56 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in

Aquila Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Marble Stone Contemporary In Stock

By Wim van der Kant

Located in Utrecht, NL

Aquila Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Marble Stone Contemporary In Stock - Sculpture without Stone is 57 cm high Wim van der Kant (1949, Kampen) is a selftaught a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Washington Msonza Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Wim van der KantAusum Bronze Contemporary Sculpture Marble Stone Nude Boy Male Figure, 1998

$9,488

H 16.15 in W 15.75 in

Ausum Bronze Contemporary Sculpture Marble Stone Nude Boy Male Figure

By Wim van der Kant

Located in Utrecht, NL

Ausum Bronze Contemporary Sculpture Marble Stone Nude Boy Male Figure Wim van der Kant (1949, Kampen) is a selftaught artist. Next to his busy profession as a teacher at a high scho...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Washington Msonza Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Kevin BoxFolding Planes (Mini) #8, 2026

$850

H 8 in W 4 in D 4 in

Folding Planes (Mini) #8

By Kevin Box

Located in Napa, CA

“It took two years of tireless experimentation for me to develop the process of casting paper into bronze, another seven years to perfect, and it continues to evolve today.” - Kevin...

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2010s Contemporary Washington Msonza Figurative Sculptures

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Granite, Bronze

Wim van der KantFratres Bronze Sculpture Boys Brothers Male Nude Figure Marble Stone, 2013

$17,740

H 14.97 in W 14.57 in

Fratres Bronze Sculpture Boys Brothers Male Nude Figure Marble Stone

By Wim van der Kant

Located in Utrecht, NL

Fratres Bronze Sculpture Boys Brothers Male Nude Figure Marble Stone Wim van der Kant (1949, Kampen) is a selftaught artist. Next to his busy profess...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Washington Msonza Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Wim van der KantIra Bronze Sculpture Contemporary Nude Boy Marble Stone Sitting, 2000

$9,373

H 14.57 in W 3.94 in

Ira Bronze Sculpture Contemporary Nude Boy Marble Stone Sitting

By Wim van der Kant

Located in Utrecht, NL

Ira Bronze Sculpture Contemporary Nude Boy Marble Stone Sitting Wim van der Kant (1949, Kampen) is a selftaught artist. Next to his busy profession a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Washington Msonza Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Wim van der KantTollit Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Contemporary Male Figure Balance Marble Stone, 1999

$14,000

H 20.08 in W 13.78 in

Tollit Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Contemporary Male Figure Balance Marble Stone

By Wim van der Kant

Located in Utrecht, NL

Tollit Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Contemporary Male Figure Balance Marble Stone Wim van der Kant (1949, Kampen) is a selftaught artist. Next to his bu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Washington Msonza Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Wim van der KantSaltationus Casus Bronze Contemporary Sculpture Nude Boy Marble Stone, 2004

$10,099

H 14.97 in W 5.91 in

Saltationus Casus Bronze Contemporary Sculpture Nude Boy Marble Stone

By Wim van der Kant

Located in Utrecht, NL

Saltationus Casus Bronze Contemporary Sculpture Nude Boy Marble Stone Wim van der Kant (1949, Kampen) is a selftaught artist. Next to his busy profession as a teacher at a high school, he intensively practises his profession as a sculptor. Only when his work would measure up to his own standards, he decided to present it to the rest of the world...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Washington Msonza Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Wim van der KantProfundus Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Contemporary Male Figure Marble Stone, 2006

$16,948

H 22.05 in W 22.05 in

Profundus Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Contemporary Male Figure Marble Stone

By Wim van der Kant

Located in Utrecht, NL

Profundus Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Contemporary Male Figure Marble Stone Wim van der Kant (1949, Kampen) is a selftaught artist. Next to his busy p...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Washington Msonza Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Wim van der KantSorbe Small Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Drinking Male Figure Marble Stone, 2004

$9,951

H 14.57 in W 7.88 in

Sorbe Small Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Drinking Male Figure Marble Stone

By Wim van der Kant

Located in Utrecht, NL

Sorbe Small Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Drinking Male Figure Marble Stone Wim van der Kant (1949, Kampen) is a selftaught artist. Next to his busy profession as a teacher at a high sc...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Washington Msonza Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Wim van der KantTuemini Ergo Sum Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Male Figure Marble Stone In Stock, 2008

$29,210

H 35.04 in W 8.67 in D 8.27 in

Tuemini Ergo Sum Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Male Figure Marble Stone In Stock

By Wim van der Kant

Located in Utrecht, NL

Tuemini Ergo Sum Bronze Sculpture Nude Boy Male Figure Marble Stone - In Stock - Height Sculpture without Stone pedestal: 7...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Washington Msonza Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Previously Available Items

Washington Msonza"Traditional Dresser, " Opal Stone Sculpture by Shona Sculptor Washington Msonza, 2002

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H 37.5 in W 12.5 in D 13 in

"Traditional Dresser, " Opal Stone Sculpture by Shona Sculptor Washington Msonza

By Washington Msonza

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Traditional Dresser" is an original opal serpentine sculpture signed by the Zimbabwean artist Washington Msonza. The sculpture features a single elegant figure in a flowing gown, standing tall and averting her gaze as she clutches the veil that envelops her. Msonza emphasizes the materiality of the work, as is so desired of artists trained in the Shona tradition, by differentiating between the dark, smooth polish of her skin and the lighter textured surface of her clothes. Even more, passages of the surface are left in the serpentine's rough natural state, allowing the green-colored stone to contrast with the red-orange oxidization of its environment. opal stone (serpentine) 37.5 x 12.5 x 13 inches signed "Msonza W" on reverse along base Overall good condition; some minor scratches, likely as the sculpture left artist's studio. Washington Msonza was born in 1966 in Domboshava where he attended primary school. He then moved to Chitungwiza to attend secondary schooling. While in school, he spent most of his time watching his brother-in-law Albert Mamvura also a sculptor, whose workshop was close to his house. In 1988 Msonza began assisting Albert full time, while simultaneously gaining experience by watching other well known artists in the area including Gedion Nyanhongo...

Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Washington Msonza Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

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