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Contemporary Stone Sculpture in Zimbabwe: Context, Content and Form

by Celia Winter Irving

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Zimbabwe's stone sculpture is unique, not only because of its individual form and content, which is highly valued and acclaimed in the art centres of the world, but because it springs from indigenous talent that lay hidden until the 1960s. This book explores the creativity and craftsmanship of the Shona, Chewa, Yao and Mbunda artists who have earnt international recognition for their remarkable work. Contemporary Stone Sculpture in Zimbabwe provides a fascinating overview of an intriguing art form and is likely to become the standard work on the subject.… (more)
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Zimbabwe's stone sculpture is unique, not only because of its individual form and content, which is highly valued and acclaimed in the art centres of the world, but because it springs from indigenous talent that lay hidden until the 1960s. This book explores the creativity and craftsmanship of the Shona, Chewa, Yao and Mbunda artists who have earnt international recognition for their remarkable work. Contemporary Stone Sculpture in Zimbabwe provides a fascinating overview of an intriguing art form and is likely to become the standard work on the subject.

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