Stone
Stone sculpture dates back in it’s oldest form to cave carving; the oldest form of artistic expression, preserving cultural heritage through versatile and durable stone. Early stone sculptures include monolithic statues, ancient writings, and carved figures. Traditional stone carving uses hand tools like hammers and chisels, while modern artists employ pneumatic chisels, diamond saws, and industrial lasers. The process involves shaping rough forms, refining with fine tools, and finishing with abrasives. Famous artists like Donatello, Michelangelo, Bernini, Rodin, Moore, and Kapoor have created iconic stone sculptures. Modern techniques, including 3D printing and CNC machining, continue to evolve stone sculpture, pushing the boundaries of the medium.
There are several reasons why you might buy a stone sculpture, including:
- Durability: Stone sculptures can last for centuries, and some can be weather resistant, making them ideal for outdoor displays.
- Timeless aesthetic: Stone sculptures have a majestic quality and a timeless aesthetic.
- Versatility: Stone sculpting is a versatile art form that can adapt to many styles and eras.
- Natural elegance: Stone sculptures are valued for their natural elegance.
- One-of-a-kind: Stone sculptures are unique originals and can be priced higher than identical sculptures in other mediums.
- Weight and presence: Stone sculptures have a weight and presence that some find superior to other sculpting mediums.
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MarbleA preferred stone for carving since the ancient Greeks, marble is moderately hard to work and can hold fine details.
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AlabasterA very soft stone that can take a high polish and bring out its colors and patterns. However, dust from alabaster can cause an allergic reaction in some people.
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SoapstoneA soft stone that is composed of talc and has a slippery, soapy feel. It can be carved with a knife and is a good choice for beginners.
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Sale!
Abstract Original price was: £840.£490Current price is: £490. inc VATTabletop Stone Figurative Sculpture – The Thinker by Chewa (Unique)
The Thinker by Chewa, Black Serpentine
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Animals and Birds £330 inc VATSmall Stone Bird Sculpture – Content by Royal Katiyo (Unique)
Content by Royal Katiyo, Springstone
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Animals and Birds £1,200 inc VATLarge Stone Bird Sculpture – Swimming Together by Tendai Chipiri (Unique)
Swimming Together by Tendai Chipiri, Serpentine
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Animals and Birds £32,400 inc VATLarge Bronze Monkey Sculpture – Orangutan by David Cooke (Edition of 6)
This striking life-size bronze dramatically captures the species’ character of pathos and vulnerability.
Cooke has depicted a species that is literally hanging on.
The empty space surrounding the piece, with only a single branch, emphasises the melancholic subject of extinction.
Cooke’s Inspiration draws from the natural world and the emotions evoked by animal and human behaviours. ‘Orangutan’ won runner-up in the 2017 Wildlife Artist Of The Year competition.
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Abstract £2,950 inc VATTabletop Patinated Steel Slate Helmet Sculpture – Wave Form by Peter Ward (Edition of 10)
Wave Form by Peter Ward, Patinated Steel, Slate
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Contemporary £3,600 inc VATLarge Stone Figurative Sculpture – Super Star by Tinei Mashaya (Unique)
Super Star by Tinei Mashaya, Opal Stone
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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 £4,800 inc VATLarge Stone Figurative Sculpture – Dancing in The Wind by Boteka
Dancing in The Wind by Boteka, 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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Animals and Birds £12,000 inc VATLarge Stone Figurative Sculpture – Slipped Through the Net by Peter Chidzonga
Slipped Through the Net by Peter Chidzonga, Springstone
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Animals and Birds £240 inc VATLarge Composite Stone Sculpture – Fish
Fish by Anon Unknown, Stone
Stone sculpture of a fish with carved detail of scales and fins. The stone is a grey colour.
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Animals and Birds £5,400 inc VATLarge Stone Chinese Sculpture – A Pair of Carved Shi Shi Dogs (Unique)
A Pair of Carved Shi Shi Dogs by Anon Unknown, Stone
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Abstract £2,400 inc VATTabletop Stone Abstract Sculpture – Dancing to the Beat by Tendai Chipiri
Dancing to the Beat by Tendai Chipiri, Opal Stone
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Abstract £6,000 inc VATLarge Stone Abstract Sculpture – Lean Back by Tinei Mashaya
Lean Back by Tinei Mashaya, Springstone
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Contemporary £4,500 inc VATTabletop Stone Figurative Sculpture – Bathing Beauty by Gregory Mutasa (Unique)
Bathing Beauty by Gregory Mutasa, Sapoline Stone
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Contemporary £21,600 inc VATMonumental Stone Figurative Sculpture – Swing to the Music by Tinei Mashaya (Unique)
Swing to the Music by Tinei Mashaya, Springstone
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Abstract £1,800 inc VATTabletop Stone Abstract Sculpture – Infinitude by Tonderai Sowa (Unique)
Infinitude by Tonderai Sowa, Springstone
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Abstract £6,600 inc VATLarge Steel Portland Stone Abstract Sculpture – Relic by Simon Probyn and Gavin Roweth (Unique)
Relic by Simon Probyn and Gavin Roweth, Steel, Portland Stone
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Body £600 inc VATTabletop Bronze Figurative Sculptue – Two Figures by Gabriela Otero
Two Figures by Gabriela Otero , Bronze, Stone
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Contemporary £6,000 inc VATLarge Stone Abstract Love Sculpture – Serenading You by Kennedy Musekiwa (Unique)
Serenading You by Kennedy Musekiwa, Springstone
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Abstract £4,800 inc VATTabletop Limestone Figurative Sculpture – Bow by Nicolas Moreton (Unique)
Bow by Nicolas Moreton, Limestone
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Abstract £490 inc VATSmall Stone Face Sculpture – See No Evil by Godfrey Kurari (Unique)
See No Evil by Godfrey Kurari, Springstone, White Dolomite
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Contemporary Original price was: £1,200.£950Current price is: £950. inc VATLarge Stone Nature Bird Bath Sculpture – Leaf Bowl by Munyaradxi Mupindiko (Unique)
Leaf Bowl by Munyaradxi Mupindiko, Springstone
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Abstract £1,200 inc VATLarge Figurative Family of Five Stone Sculpture – Happy United Family by Samson Kuvhengurwa (Unique)
Happy United Family by Samson Kuvhengurwa, Serpentine Stone
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All Sculpture £6,000 inc VATLarge Stone Figurative Female Sculpture – Friendship by Gedion Nyanhango (Unique)
Friendship by Gedion Nyanhango, Cobalt Stone
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Abstract £2,400 inc VATLarge Stone Abstract Bird Sculpture – Floating Duck by Sylvester Mubayi (Unique)
Floating Duck by Sylvester Mubayi, Lemon Opal
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Female £2,160 inc VATLarge Travertine Figurative Sculpture – Squatting Woman by Stella Shawzin (Unique)
Squatting Woman by Stella Shawzin, Red Iranian Travetine
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Abstract £1,500 inc VATLarge Stone Figurative Sculpture – Tender Love by Simon Chidharara (Unique)
Tender Love by Simon Chidharara, Serpentine Stone
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Contemporary £4,200 inc VATLifesize Figurative Female Stone Sculpture – The Bride by Tutani Mugavazi (Unique)
The Bride by Tutani Mugavazi, Springstone
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Abstract £4,800 inc VATTabletop Stone Figurative Sculpture – Kore Kore Man by Bernard Matemera (Unique)
Kore Kore Man by Bernard Matemera, Serpentine Stone
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Abstract £300 inc VATTabletop Stone Abstract Sculpture – Waiting for My Lover by Ekel Nyamhondoro (Unique)
Waiting for My Lover by Ekel Nyamhondoro, Serpentine Stone
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Contemporary £120 inc VATSmall Stone figurative Sculpture – Village Queen by Joel Masoka (Unique)
Village Queen by Joel Masoka, Serpentine Stone
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Abstract £240 inc VATSmall Stone Figurative Sculpture – Sharing My Love by Samson Kuvhengurwa (Unique)
Sharing My Love by Samson Kuvhengurwa, Serpentine Stone
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Abstract £354 inc VATTabletop Stone Figurative Sculpture – My Grandmother by Tendai Kapfudze (Unique)
My Grandmother by Tendai Kapfudze, Serpentine Stone
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Abstract £145 inc VATSmall Stone Happy Face Sculpture – The Laughing Man by Samson Kuvhengurwa (Unique)
The Laughing Man by Samson Kuvhengurwa, Serpentine Stone
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Animals and Birds £300 inc VATSmall Stone Animal Sculpture – Giraffe Knot Family by Fungai Dodzo (Unique)
Giraffe Knot Family by Fungai Dodzo, Serpentine Stone
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Animals and Birds £540 inc VATSmall Stone Frog Sculpture – Waiting for a Kiss by Timothy Rukodzi (Unique)
Waiting for a Kiss by Timothy Rukodzi, Leopard Stone
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Sale!
Alfred Mutuke Original price was: £600.£300Current price is: £300. inc VATSmall Stone Bird Family Sculpture – Motherly Love by Alfred Mutuke (Unique)
Motherly Love by Alfred Mutuke, Springstone
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Abstract £7,200 inc VATLifesize Granite Figurative Sculpture – Kniende by Jochen Sendler (Unique)
Kniende by Jochen Sendler, Granite
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Animals and Birds £2,400 inc VATTabletop Stone Animal Sculpture – Bird Bath by Innocent Nyashenga (Unique)
Bird Bath by Innocent Nyashenga, Opal Stone
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Abstract £8,400 inc VATTabletop Stone Bust Sculpture – Sun Head by Edward Chiwawa (Unique)
Sun Head by Edward Chiwawa, Sapolite Stone
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Abstract £1,800 inc VATTabletop Stone Face Sculpture – Intelligent Man by Wonder Chiwaridzo (Unique)
Intelligent Man by Wonder Chiwaridzo, Leopard Stone
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Animals and Birds £6,000 inc VATMonumental Stone Bird Sculpture – Engaging with Nature by Lucknos Chingwaru (Unique)
Engaging with Nature by Lucknos Chingwaru, Opal Stone
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Animals and Birds £2,400 inc VATLarge Stone Bug Sculpture – Let Your Light Shine by Tinei Mashaya (Unique)
Let Your Light Shine by Tinei Mashaya, Springstone
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Contemporary £1,500 inc VATLarge Stone Figurative Sculpture – Giving a Lesson by Tinei Mashaya (Unique)
Giving a Lesson by Tinei Mashaya, Opal Stone
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Contemporary £1,500 inc VATLarge Stone Figurative Sculpture – A Woman’s Strength by Tinei Mashaya (Unique)
A Woman’s Strength by Tinei Mashaya, Springstone
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Contemporary £2,400 inc VATLarge Stone Figurative Sculpture – Serenading You by Patrick Sephani (Unique)
Seranading You by Patrick Sephani, Springstone
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Animals and Birds £1,200 inc VATLifesize Stone Birdbath Sculpture – Relaxing Swan by Innocent Nyashenga (Unique)
Relaxing Swan by Innocent Nyashenga, Opal Stone