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While depictions in African stone sculptures may repeat, the patterns in the white Opal stone cannot be replicated, making each large garden statue unique. The artist carves the stone using a diamond tipped chisel. It is then sanded for hours through varying degrees of sandpaper until smooth. The sculpture is then heated and a polish is melted into the stone. Finally it is buffered to leave a wonderfully tactile surface, almost irresistible to touch. Enquire today on 0800 772 3253 or get in touch by email,
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Washington Msonza, Born 1966. Washington was born in Makumbe, Domboshava district in Zimbabwe. Washington learnt to sculpt in Chitungwiza where he spent a lot of his spare time around his brother in-law Albert Mamvura at his workshop. Albert leant his skill from the renowned Nicholas Mukomberanwa an in turn passed the skills down to Washington. Inspired by famous artist like Locadia Ndandarika, Gedion Nyanhongo, Working amongst such accomplished sculptors enhanced Washington’s skills.
Washington started off in 1988 as an assistant making small sculptures but now his sculptures are exhibited in the finest galleries globally. In 1991 his work was exhibited at the annual Heritage Exhibition of the Zimbabwe National Gallery. His sculptures have also gained popularity with private collectors in South Africa, Germany, Austria, The Netherlands, Canada and the USA where he has many commissioned works. Washington has led several international international workshops including the International Changchun Sculpture Symposium in China.
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Height 75cm Width 50cm Depth 25cm Weight 70kg Stone Opal
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Option One. We understand it can be difficult to get a sense of perspective and being able to visualise how the sculpture will look in your garden. (You may have several ideas of where it would fit). Many of our customers have benefitted from a personal appointment. There is nothing like sensing the sculptures in person. That way you can be certain that the sculpture is right for you. Enquire today on 0800 77232 53 or get in touch by email. Option 2 Your shipping fees are calculated in the checkout. For UK garden sculpture destinations, we charge a flat rate of £150 which includes delivery & installation.