Metal Gecko Lizard Sculpture 35 x 12 cm Africa Recycled Metal
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These African metal sculptures are made by hand with recycled metal by the Shona people of Zimbabwe.
35 x 12 cm
🦓African Shona Metal Animal Sculptures
While Shona sculpture is traditionally associated with stone carving, a growing number of Zimbabwean artists have begun working in metal, applying the same expressive spirit and cultural symbolism to a new medium. These Shona metal animal sculptures blend traditional themes with modern materials, offering a fresh take on ancestral storytelling.
🔧 Craft & Inspiration
- Materials: Artists repurpose scrap metal, wire, and sheet steel—often sourced sustainably—to create dynamic animal forms.
- Technique: Sculptures are shaped by hand, welded, and sometimes polished or painted. The process is labor-intensive and requires both technical skill and artistic vision.
- Themes: Common subjects include elephants, giraffes, birds, and antelope—each symbolizing traits like wisdom, grace, freedom, or strength in Shona culture.
🌟 Benefits of Shona Metal Animal Sculptures
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Benefit |
Details |
|---|---|
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🔥 Modern Craftsmanship |
Combines traditional symbolism with contemporary metalwork techniques |
|
🐘 Cultural Significance |
Animal forms reflect Shona beliefs and storytelling traditions |
|
♻️ Eco-Friendly Materials |
Often made from recycled metal, promoting sustainability |
|
💰 Economic Empowerment |
Supports local artisans and community development through fair trade |
|
🏡 Versatile Decor |
Suitable for indoor or outdoor display; weather-resistant and striking |
|
🌍 Global Appeal |
Popular in galleries, garden centres, and ethical gift shops worldwide |
Shona metal animal sculptures are more than decorative—they’re a fusion of heritage and innovation, breathing new life into ancient stories through the resilience of metal. Would you like help crafting a product pitch or gallery description for a specific piece?
Product details
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This is a handcrafted item.
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Made by the artisans of Zimbabwe, Southern Africa
Description
These African metal sculptures are made by hand with recycled metal by the Shona people of Zimbabwe.
35 x 12 cm
🦓African Shona Metal Animal Sculptures
While Shona sculpture is traditionally associated with stone carving, a growing number of Zimbabwean artists have begun working in metal, applying the same expressive spirit and cultural symbolism to a new medium. These Shona metal animal sculptures blend traditional themes with modern materials, offering a fresh take on ancestral storytelling.
🔧 Craft & Inspiration
- Materials: Artists repurpose scrap metal, wire, and sheet steel—often sourced sustainably—to create dynamic animal forms.
- Technique: Sculptures are shaped by hand, welded, and sometimes polished or painted. The process is labor-intensive and requires both technical skill and artistic vision.
- Themes: Common subjects include elephants, giraffes, birds, and antelope—each symbolizing traits like wisdom, grace, freedom, or strength in Shona culture.
🌟 Benefits of Shona Metal Animal Sculptures
|
Benefit |
Details |
|---|---|
|
🔥 Modern Craftsmanship |
Combines traditional symbolism with contemporary metalwork techniques |
|
🐘 Cultural Significance |
Animal forms reflect Shona beliefs and storytelling traditions |
|
♻️ Eco-Friendly Materials |
Often made from recycled metal, promoting sustainability |
|
💰 Economic Empowerment |
Supports local artisans and community development through fair trade |
|
🏡 Versatile Decor |
Suitable for indoor or outdoor display; weather-resistant and striking |
|
🌍 Global Appeal |
Popular in galleries, garden centres, and ethical gift shops worldwide |
Shona metal animal sculptures are more than decorative—they’re a fusion of heritage and innovation, breathing new life into ancient stories through the resilience of metal. Would you like help crafting a product pitch or gallery description for a specific piece?
