Biggie Chikodzi
BORN:
Biggie was born in September 1971 in Zimbabwe.
EARLY LIFE:
He grew up in Zimbabwe, surrounded by the country’s rich artistic traditions and natural resources. From a very young age, Biggie showed an interest in sculpting and began experimenting with stone carving early in his life. His environment played a key role in shaping his artistic identity.
EDUCATION:
Biggie developed his skills largely through hands-on experience rather than formal academic training. Like many Zimbabwean sculptors, he learned through practice, observation, and guidance from other artists within the local sculpting community.
CAREER:
Biggie is a professional sculptor known for his expressive and symbolic stone carvings. His first exhibition took place at Chapungu Sculpture Park in Harare, Zimbabwe, which is internationally recognised for promoting Zimbabwean sculpture. Since then, his work has gained international recognition and has been exhibited in galleries across Canada, Germany, the Netherlands, France, and the UK.
MATERIALS:
He works primarily with Zimbabwean stone, which is famous for its quality and beauty. He feels fortunate to have access to these unique materials found in Zimbabwe.
STYLE AND SUBJECTS:
His sculptures often focus on women and relationships, with recurring themes of human emotion and connections. Biggie believes sculpture is a form of storytelling, and each piece conveys a message or celebrates aspects of nature and life.
AWARDS AND EXHIBITIONS:
Biggie’s work has been exhibited internationally, including in Europe and North America, showcasing the global appeal of Zimbabwean sculpture.
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Biggie Chikodzi £1,650 inc VATLarge Stone Mushroom Sculpture – Mushrooms by Biggie Chikodzi (Unique)
Mushrooms by Biggie Chikodzi, Red Jasper and Opal Stone
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Biggie Chikodzi £2,850 inc VATTabletop Stone Sculpture – Faces of the World by Biggie Chikodzi (Unique)
Faces of the World by Biggie Chikodzi, Magnesite, Rose Quartz, Aventurine & Granite Stone
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Biggie Chikodzi £650 inc VATTabletop Stone Abstract Nature Sculpture – Seedpod by Biggie Chikodzi (Unique)
Seedpod by Biggie Chikodzi, Springstone
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Abstract £6,000 inc VATLifesize Stone Figurative Female Sculpture – Standing Calm by Biggie Chikodzi (Unique)
Standing Calm by Biggie Chikodzi
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Biggie Chikodzi £6,000 inc VATLifesize Stone Figurative Female Sculpture – Dignified Beauty by Biggie Chikodzi (Unique)
Dignified Beauty by Biggie Chikodzi, Springstone,
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Abstract Original price was: £7,200.£6,500Current price is: £6,500. inc VATLarge Stone Figurative Sculpture – Swing to the Music by Biggie Chikodzi (Unique)
Swing to the Music by Biggie Chikodzi, Opal Stone
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Abstract £3,600 inc VATLarge Stone Figurative Sculpture – Interpretive Dance by Biggie Chikodzi
Interpretive Dance by Biggie Chikodzi, Springstone
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Abstract £1,440 inc VATTabletop Stone Abstract Sculpture – Balance by Biggie Chikodzi (Unique)
Balance by Biggie Chikodzi, Stone
Unique abstract opal stone sculpture which is oval shaped with three openings creating a hollow centre. The stone has brown, grey and green tones.
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Abstract £1,440 inc VATTabletop Stone Abstract Sculpture – All of a Piece by Biggie Chikodzi (Unique)
All of a Piece by Biggie Chikodzi, Stone
Unique abstract opal stone sculpture with circular hollows. The dark coloured stone has brown and green tones.