{"title":"The Africa Shop!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCelebrate the colour, creativity, and craftsmanship of Africa with a curated collection of handmade homeware, gifts, and stone carvings created by skilled artisans across the continent. \u003cstrong\u003eThe Africa Shop!\u003c\/strong\u003e brings together natural soapstone sculptures, handcrafted ornaments, traditional designs, and meaningful décor that honour African artistry and cultural heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach piece is made in small batches using time‑honoured techniques passed down through generations. From smooth Kisii stone carvings and symbolic figurines to vibrant gifts and unique home accents, every item carries the warmth, texture, and soul of true African craftsmanship. No two pieces are ever the same — each one holds its own story, shaped by the hands that made it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you’re searching for African home décor, ethical gifts, handcrafted sculptures, or meaningful pieces that bring character and authenticity into your space, this collection offers beautiful alternatives to mass‑produced décor. Designed for homes that value natural materials, cultural richness, and artisan design, The Africa Shop! blends effortlessly with modern, rustic, boho, and nature‑inspired interiors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover handcrafted African art that brings depth, warmth, and a sense of global connection to your home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"elephant-sculpture-in-serpentine-stone-20-cm-collectible-african-shona-tribe-sculpture-2kg","title":"Elephant Sculpture in Serpentine Stone 20 cm African Shona Tribe Sculpture 2kg","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn African stone sculpture created by hand by the Shona people of Zimbabwe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8 in \/ 20 cm and 2kg weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🦁\u003c\/span\u003e African Shona Stone Animal Sculptures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eShona stone animal sculptures are a captivating expression of Zimbabwean artistry, blending ancestral tradition with contemporary craftsmanship. 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Slender 17x7x7 cm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHolds a traditional candle or a tealight. (If you wish to hold tealight candles only then it makes it easier if you remove the small candle spike). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🕯️African Candle Holders from Zimbabwe’s Bush Workshops\u003cbr\u003eIn the heart of Zimbabwe’s bushveld, local artisans transform scrap metal, natural stone, and seasoned wood into evocative candle holders that blend rustic charm with cultural depth. These handcrafted pieces are more than functional—they’re expressions of resilience, sustainability, and heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🔨 Crafted in the Bush: Materials \u0026amp; Meaning\u003cbr\u003e•     Scrap Metal: Repurposed from old tools, wire, and industrial offcuts, shaped into elegant or whimsical forms.\u003cbr\u003e•     Natural Stone: Often soapstone, chosen for its smooth texture and earthy tones, grounding each piece in Zimbabwe’s geology.\u003cbr\u003e•     Seasoned Wood: Reclaimed plantation-grown hardwoods like ironwood or ebony, polished with natural wax for a warm finish.\u003cbr\u003eEach candle holder is made in small bush workshops, where artisans work with minimal machinery, relying on hand tools, skill, and tradition. 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Instead, they let the stone guide the form, often inspired by dreams or ancestral reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e            \u003c\/span\u003eThemes: Animal figures—such as fish eagles, elephants, and owls—symbolize strength, wisdom, freedom, and community. 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mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🎨\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eCultural Expression\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHonors Zimbabwean heritage and animist beliefs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🐘\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eSymbolic Meaning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEach animal carries spiritual and emotional significance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; 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mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🏡\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eDecorative \u0026amp; Durable\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIdeal for indoor or outdoor display; weather-resistant and timeless\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 6; mso-yfti-lastrow: yes;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🌍\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eGlobal Appeal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCollected worldwide for their beauty and cultural depth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eShona animal sculptures are more than decorative pieces—they’re storytellers in stone, bridging the natural and spiritual worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FriendlyTradingCo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42420685471957,"sku":"","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/6931\/7589\/products\/two-hornbill-love-birds-sculpture-in-serpentine-stone-20-cm-8-inch-african-hand-crafted-with-story-card-4553162.jpg?v=1753536127"},{"product_id":"hand-made-tall-african-tea-light-candle-holder-with-natural-stone-mother-child-7-inch-17cm-tall-handcrafted-with-story-card","title":"Tall African Tea Light and Candle Holder \/\/ Mother \u0026 Child design \/\/ with Storycard","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Mother \u0026amp; Child candle \/ tealight holder - 7 inch \/ 17cm tall \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHolds a traditional candle or a tealight. (If you wish to hold tealight candles only then it makes it easier if you remove the small candle spike). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🕯️African Candle Holders from Zimbabwe’s Bush Workshops\u003cbr\u003eIn the heart of Zimbabwe’s bushveld, local artisans transform scrap metal, natural stone, and seasoned wood into evocative candle holders that blend rustic charm with cultural depth. These handcrafted pieces are more than functional—they’re expressions of resilience, sustainability, and heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🔨 Crafted in the Bush: Materials \u0026amp; Meaning\u003cbr\u003e•     Scrap Metal: Repurposed from old tools, wire, and industrial offcuts, shaped into elegant or whimsical forms.\u003cbr\u003e•     Natural Stone: Often soapstone, chosen for its smooth texture and earthy tones, grounding each piece in Zimbabwe’s geology.\u003cbr\u003e•     Seasoned Wood: Reclaimed plantation-grown hardwoods like ironwood or ebony, polished with natural wax for a warm finish.\u003cbr\u003eEach candle holder is made in small bush workshops, where artisans work with minimal machinery, relying on hand tools, skill, and tradition. These workshops provide vital employment in rural communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eWhy These Candle Holders Stand Out\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e♻️ \u003cstrong\u003eEco-Conscious Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from recycled and sustainable materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🧑🎨 \u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted Uniqueness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo two pieces are identical—each reflects the artisan’s touch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🏞️ \u003cstrong\u003eCultural Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by Shona and broader Zimbabwean traditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🕯️ \u003cstrong\u003eFunctional Art\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for tealights or taper candles; ideal for indoor or garden use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🤝 \u003cstrong\u003eFair Trade \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupports ethical sourcing and community development\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese candle holders are available in pairs or sets, with variations in size and style—from minimalist metal-and-wood combinations to sculptural pieces featuring animals or tribal motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FriendlyTradingCo","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":55669463581052,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/6931\/7589\/files\/african-tea-light-and-candle-holder-mother-child-design-with-storycard-3313710.jpg?v=1756562623"},{"product_id":"african-shona-thinker-sculpture-in-serpentine-stone-15-cm-fair-trade-african-art-with-story-card","title":"African Shona Thinker Sculpture in Serpentine Stone 15 cm Fair Trade African Art","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn African stone \"Thinker\" abstract sculpture created by hand by the Shona people of Zimbabwe. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eShona sculpture is more than art—it’s a living tradition that bridges the visible and spiritual worlds, offering beauty, meaning, and impact with every piece. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox 15 cm tall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🪨\u003c\/span\u003e African Shona Stone Sculptures\u003cbr\u003eShona stone sculpture is one of Africa’s most revered art forms, originating from the Shona people of Zimbabwe. 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mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🦁\u003c\/span\u003e African Shona Stone Animal Sculptures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eShona stone animal sculptures are a captivating expression of Zimbabwean artistry, blending ancestral tradition with contemporary craftsmanship. 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Instead, they let the stone guide the form, often inspired by dreams or ancestral reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e            \u003c\/span\u003eThemes: Animal figures—such as fish eagles, elephants, and owls—symbolize strength, wisdom, freedom, and community. 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These workshops provide vital employment in rural communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eWhy These Candle Holders Stand Out\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e♻️ \u003cstrong\u003eEco-Conscious Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from recycled and sustainable materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🧑🎨 \u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted Uniqueness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo two pieces are identical—each reflects the artisan’s touch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🏞️ \u003cstrong\u003eCultural Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by Shona and broader Zimbabwean traditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🕯️ \u003cstrong\u003eFunctional Art\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for tealights or taper candles; ideal for indoor or garden use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🤝 \u003cstrong\u003eFair Trade \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupports ethical sourcing and community development\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese candle holders are available in pairs or sets, with variations in size and style—from minimalist metal-and-wood combinations to sculptural pieces featuring animals or tribal motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--EndFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FriendlyTradingCo","offers":[{"title":"Single 9 cm tall","offer_id":42420688945365,"sku":"","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Double 17 cm wide","offer_id":42420688978133,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Triple 33 cm wide","offer_id":42420689010901,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large 19 cm tall","offer_id":55691926176124,"sku":null,"price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Slender 17 cm tall","offer_id":55691926208892,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/6931\/7589\/files\/set-of-african-wood-metal-tealight-and-candle-holders-single-double-triple-handcrafted-with-candle-storycard-3115083.jpg?v=1763422362"},{"product_id":"african-elephant-calf-stone-sculpture-21cm-by-zimbabwe-artists-with-storycard","title":"African Elephant \u0026 Calf Stone Sculpture 18cm by Zimbabwe Artists","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful Elephant and Calf sculpted in Serpentine stone by the Shona people of Zimbabwe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox 18 x 18cm \u0026amp; weighing a substantial 2kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🦁\u003c\/span\u003e African Shona Stone Animal Sculptures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eShona stone animal sculptures are a captivating expression of Zimbabwean artistry, blending ancestral tradition with contemporary craftsmanship. Carved by the Shona people—one of Zimbabwe’s largest ethnic groups—these sculptures reflect a deep spiritual connection to nature and the belief that every stone holds a spirit waiting to be revealed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🪨\u003c\/span\u003e Craftsmanship \u0026amp; Symbolism\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e            \u003c\/span\u003eMaterial: Sculptors use locally sourced stones like springstone, opalstone, and leopard rock from Zimbabwe’s Great Dyke, chosen for their texture, color, and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e            \u003c\/span\u003eProcess: Artists rarely sketch beforehand. 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These motifs are deeply rooted in Shona cosmology and storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🌟\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eBenefits of Shona Animal Sculptures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"3\" cellpadding=\"0\" style=\"mso-cellspacing: 1.5pt; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1184;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 0; mso-yfti-firstrow: yes;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBenefit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🎨\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eCultural Expression\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHonors Zimbabwean heritage and animist beliefs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🐘\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eSymbolic Meaning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEach animal carries spiritual and emotional significance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e💰\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eEconomic Empowerment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSupports rural artists and their families through ethical trade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 4;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🌱\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eEco-Friendly Craft\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStones are mined by hand using sustainable methods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🏡\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eDecorative \u0026amp; Durable\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIdeal for indoor or outdoor display; weather-resistant and timeless\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 6; mso-yfti-lastrow: yes;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🌍\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eGlobal Appeal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCollected worldwide for their beauty and cultural depth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eShona animal sculptures are more than decorative pieces—they’re storytellers in stone, bridging the natural and spiritual worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FriendlyTradingCo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42420690354389,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/6931\/7589\/products\/african-elephant-calf-stone-sculpture-21cm-by-zimbabwe-artists-3158505.jpg?v=1753536075"},{"product_id":"african-hornbill-bird-sculpture-lion-king-from-zimbabwe-27cm-3kg-with-storycard-garden-patio-conservatory","title":"African Hornbill Bird Sculpture Lion King from Zimbabwe 27cm 3kg Garden Patio Conservatory","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn African stone sculpture created by hand by the Shona people of Zimbabwe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e27 x 12 x 3 cm approx 3 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; 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Instead, they let the stone guide the form, often inspired by dreams or ancestral reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e            \u003c\/span\u003eThemes: Animal figures—such as fish eagles, elephants, and owls—symbolize strength, wisdom, freedom, and community. These motifs are deeply rooted in Shona cosmology and storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🌟\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eBenefits of Shona Animal Sculptures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"3\" cellpadding=\"0\" style=\"mso-cellspacing: 1.5pt; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1184;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 0; mso-yfti-firstrow: yes;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBenefit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; 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Instead, they let the stone guide the form, often inspired by dreams or ancestral reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e            \u003c\/span\u003eThemes: Animal figures—such as fish eagles, elephants, and owls—symbolize strength, wisdom, freedom, and community. These motifs are deeply rooted in Shona cosmology and storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🌟\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eBenefits of Shona Animal Sculptures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"3\" cellpadding=\"0\" style=\"mso-cellspacing: 1.5pt; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1184;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 0; mso-yfti-firstrow: yes;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBenefit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🎨\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eCultural Expression\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHonors Zimbabwean heritage and animist beliefs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🐘\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eSymbolic Meaning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEach animal carries spiritual and emotional significance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e💰\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eEconomic Empowerment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSupports rural artists and their families through ethical trade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 4;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🌱\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eEco-Friendly Craft\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStones are mined by hand using sustainable methods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🏡\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eDecorative \u0026amp; Durable\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIdeal for indoor or outdoor display; weather-resistant and timeless\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 6; mso-yfti-lastrow: yes;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🌍\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eGlobal Appeal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCollected worldwide for their beauty and cultural depth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eShona animal sculptures are more than decorative pieces—they’re storytellers in stone, bridging the natural and spiritual worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FriendlyTradingCo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42420693467349,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/6931\/7589\/products\/african-art-stone-hornbill-bookends-sculpture-from-zimbabwe-15-cm-9345839.jpg?v=1753536247"},{"product_id":"african-gecko-sculpture-in-serpentine-stone-african-lizard-chameleon-gecko-single-double-triple-single-long-with-story-card","title":"African Chameleon Lizard Sculpture in Serpentine Stone \/\/ Single \/ Double \/ Triple \/\/ with storycard","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn African Chameleon lizard stone sculpture created by hand by the Shona people of Zimbabwe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChameleons are tree-dwelling lizards known for their color-changing skin, independently moving eyes, and long, sticky tongues used to catch prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🦁\u003c\/span\u003e African Shona Stone Animal Sculptures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eShona stone animal sculptures are a captivating expression of Zimbabwean artistry, blending ancestral tradition with contemporary craftsmanship. Carved by the Shona people—one of Zimbabwe’s largest ethnic groups—these sculptures reflect a deep spiritual connection to nature and the belief that every stone holds a spirit waiting to be revealed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🪨\u003c\/span\u003e Craftsmanship \u0026amp; Symbolism\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e            \u003c\/span\u003eMaterial: Sculptors use locally sourced stones like springstone, opalstone, and leopard rock from Zimbabwe’s Great Dyke, chosen for their texture, color, and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e            \u003c\/span\u003eProcess: Artists rarely sketch beforehand. 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These motifs are deeply rooted in Shona cosmology and storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🌟\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eBenefits of Shona Animal Sculptures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"3\" cellpadding=\"0\" style=\"mso-cellspacing: 1.5pt; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1184;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 0; mso-yfti-firstrow: yes;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBenefit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🎨\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eCultural Expression\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHonors Zimbabwean heritage and animist beliefs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🐘\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eSymbolic Meaning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEach animal carries spiritual and emotional significance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e💰\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eEconomic Empowerment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSupports rural artists and their families through ethical trade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 4;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🌱\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003eEco-Friendly Craft\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStones are mined by hand using sustainable methods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; 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