"Mosi O Tunia" Sculpture by Remember Chikuruwo
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"Mosi O Tunia" Sculpture by Remember Chikuruwo
Hemingway African Gallery
88 Leonard St.
New York NY 10013
United States
Ethically sourced from Zimbabwe
Hand-carved hard stone
Carefully packed, ships from NYC
Family gallery since 1975
Description of Significance
Mosi O Tunia means the Smoke That Thunders. It is the name for Victoria Falls, that largest waterfall in the world.
Artist Bio: Remember Chikuruwo
Remember Chikuruwo was born into a family where he was the only boy among four sisters. His journey into stone sculpting began under the guidance of his father, Simoriro Chikuruwo, a seasoned artist and owner of the Leopard Rock Mine. Remember started assisting his father in 2006 after completing his Ordinary education, embracing the family tradition of stone sculpting alongside his mother, Tambudzai Makuyana.
Remember’s artwork is deeply rooted in spiritual themes, often depicting animals such as birds, frogs, cats, and fish, as well as natural elements like waves and flowers. His creative process is intimately connected to his early experiences as a hunter, drawing inspiration from memories of wandering through mountains and along riverbanks.
Recognized as a Fair-Trade approved artist, Remember has broadened his artistic skills through international collaboration. He participated in workshops with Danish designers at the Chitungwiza Arts Centre in 2011 and 2013, where he refined his technical drawing skills and applied them to stone sculpture, creating functional art pieces such as lights and bowls. His dedication was recognized with two certificates upon the completion of these workshops.
Remember Chikuruwo’s work has been showcased in exhibitions across the globe, including Europe, Africa, America, and Asia, earning him a place on the international stage as a distinctive voice in contemporary stone sculpture.
Country of Origin
- Hand carved in Zimbabwe
Dimensions (inches)
- Depth: 12"
- Width: 18"
- Height: 35"
Type of Stone
- Springstone
- Springstone comes from the Guruve mine in northern Zimbabwe. It is one of the hardest stones found in the country and has an elevated density allowing it to be polished to a bright shine. Springstone contains high deposits of iron which can sometimes be seen in a reddish-brown outer layer on the stone. The iron also makes it an incredibly hard stone to carve by hand.
- One of the most famous 1st generation carvers, John Takawira, was said to have coined the name 'springstone' when he tried to carve the stone and it was so dense and strong that the chisel sprung off the stone, hence the name 'springstone'.
Display
- This piece includes an iron base for added stability.
- This piece can be displayed outside as weather will not harm the stone. Shona sculpture is the perfect addition to any garden design!
Shipping
- Shipping for large or fragile pieces like this one, is determined on a case-by-case basis, as custom crates may be required for added protection. To ensure you receive the best shipping rate, we calculate costs after purchase. For a shipping estimate on this piece, please give us a call! 212-838-3650 or email info@hemingwayafricangallery.com
- Delivery in the New York area is available via truck.
Stone sculpture from Zimbabwe, emerging in 1956 and thriving to this day, is celebrated as a cornerstone of African contemporary art. Northern Zimbabwe is uniquely rich in carvable stone, so central to the culture that the country’s name, 'Zimbabwe,' derives from a word meaning 'house of stone.'
Shona sculpture is rooted in tradition rather than formal training. Skills are passed down through generations, with artists using only a hammer and chisel to transform large, hard stones into masterpieces.
Hemingway Gallery has been working directly with Shona artists in Zimbabwe since the early 1980s, importing their monumental stone artwork to share with the world. These exceptional sculptures are unmatched in craftsmanship and design.
Over the years, Hemingway Gallery has collaborated with legendary first-generation artists like Sylvester Mubayi, Henry Munyaradzi, Nicholas Mukomberanwa, Bernard Matemera, Colleen Madamombe, Fanizani Akuda, and Josiah Manzi. Today, we proudly continue this tradition, partnering with current artists such as Bywell Sango, Perlagia Mutyavaviri, Witness Bonjisi, Tafunga Bonjisi, Douglass Goshami, Dominic Benhura, Nesbert Mukomberanwa, Godfry Matangira, Remember Chikuruwo, and many others.
- Shipping for large or fragile pieces like this is determined on a case-by-case basis, as custom crates may be required for added protection. To ensure you receive the best shipping rate, we calculate costs after purchase. For a shipping estimate on the large pieces, please give us a call! 212-838-3650 or email info@hemingwayafricangallery.com
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Our pricing reflects the asking prices set by the artists in Zimbabwe where we purchase directly from the artists, as well as the real costs of responsibly importing their work to the United States. We are committed to challenging the outdated notion that fine art from Africa should be undervalued. Paying artists fairly is our highest priority, and our pricing is structured to honor their skill and labor.
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