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KISSING LOVERS SCULPTURE
$48.00
handmade
community voted (80 votes)
Kiss and Tell
Embrace tradition with this tender soapstone sculpture hand-carved by Shona artisans in Zimbabwe. Shaped from a single stone, this symbolic serpetine sculpture illustrates the unbreakable bonds of love. Using a technique passed down by their ancestors, modern-day Shona artisans hand-pick and quarry their stones and carve them using simple tools and polish the finished product with sand and beeswax. The final touch: Each sculpture is heated over a fire to bring out the natural luminescence of the stone. Handmade in Zimbabwe. Each is one-of-a-kind and will vary.
- Item ID: 20804
- Materials: soapstone
- 7" H x 4" W, 2 lbs.
Shona artisans
The Shona tribe of Zimbabwe, literally translated as "the house of stone," are considered by many to be among the world's finest sculptors.
Modern Shona artisans select and quarry their own stones, just as their ancestors did thousands of years ago. Statues are hand-carved using simple chisels, polished with sand and beeswax, and heated on a fire to bring out their brilliant colors. See all creations.
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Q and A
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80 votes * 11 comments
Jen
Vote: Thumbs up!
Soapstone carvings are one of my favorite things, and the artisans in Zimbabwe are incredibly talented.
Seneca
Vote: Thumbs up!
Beautiful!
Ali
Vote: Thumbs up!
Beautiful!
Nanette
Vote: Thumbs up!
Beautiful and at a great price!
Chris
Vote: Thumbs up!
It would be nice to know approximate size, but I like the look.
Tracey
Vote: Thumbs down!
Nice sculpture, reasonable price. Just not my style.
sharri
Vote: Thumbs up!
Love it. Would definitely buy it.
Laurie
Vote: Thumbs up!
This would make an awesome wedding or anniversary gift. I would love to receive this!
adiaha
Love the statue and the price. I'd purchase this.
Tina
This is beautiful and would make a lovely gift, but how tall/wide is it?
Cassie, UncommonGoods Community Moderator
Results on this item are coming soon, and we can't wait to see how the community voted! This statue is 6.25" tall and 3.25" wide. Thanks for all of your great questions and comments!