"Seer" Sculpture by Bywell Sango
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"Seer" Sculpture by Bywell Sango
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
Artist Bio: Bywell Sango
Bywell Sango, born on November 28, 1979, is a distinguished stone sculptor from Zimbabwe, belonging to the Soko (Monkey) clan. Influenced by his late brother, Brighton Sango, Bywell began sculpting at an early age. He is married to Priscilla Muchehwa, and together they have four children.
During school holidays, Bywell honed his skills by assisting Brighton in creating and completing sculptures, developing a unique cubic style. The competitive spirit among the Sango brothers encouraged subtle yet distinct approaches to their art. Bywell's work focuses on perfecting his cubic interpretation of emotions and situations in abstract form, drawing inspiration from the natural shape of the stone rather than Shona mythology.
Bywell's sculptures have been showcased globally and throughout Zimbabwe. He prefers working with Cobalt, Opal, Springstone, and Serpentine. His remarkable contributions to the Zimbabwean art industry have seen some of his sculptures ranked among the top 100 from the country.
Looking ahead, Bywell aims to establish his own studio to train less privileged young artists and to facilitate exhibitions, workshops, and cultural exchange programs worldwide.
Country of Origin
- Hand carved in Zimbabwe
Dimensions (in inches)
- Depth: 5"
- Width: 16"
- Height: 21"
Type of Stone
- Dolomite
- Dolomite is a beautiful white or pink stone that resembles marble. The crystals of dolomite sparkle in the sun It is found throughout Zimbabwe and is composed of calcium, magnesium and carbonate.
Shipping
- Subsidized U.S. FedEx Ground shipping: $85
- Smaller pieces like this are shipped with FedEx Ground in a large box. These pieces are fragile and we take care to ensure your sculpture arrives safely. Shipping fine art is expensive, so we subsidize the cost of shipping for you.
- A declared value is included in each shipment so a signature upon delivery is required.
- Delivery in the New York area is available.
Display
- This sculpture is free standing and does not require or include a base.
- This piece can be displayed inside or outside as weather will not harm the stone. Please let us know where you plan to display the piece and we will make sure the base is suitable. Shona sculpture is the perfect addition to any garden design!
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
- Each shipment includes a declared value, requiring a signature upon delivery for added security.
- Delivery in the New York area is available. Please contact us for options.
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Free shipping often means the cost is hidden in the product price, a common tactic that can mislead buyers. In fine art, transparency matters—buyers shouldn’t pay for shipping they don’t use. That’s why our pricing is straightforward, without hidden fees, ensuring fairness whether you pick up your art or have it shipped.
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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