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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Contemporary £3,000 inc VATLarge Stone Foot Sculpture – Feet of the Mind by Emmanuel Changunda (Unique)
Feet of the Mind by Emmanuel Changunda, Springstone
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Animals and Birds £3,600 inc VATLarge Stone Animal Sculpture – Relaxing Hippo by Timothy Rukodzi (Unique)
Relaxing Hippo by Timothy Rukodzi, Opal Stone
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Abstract £12,000 inc VATLarge Shona Stone Abstract Sculpture – Happy Moments by Victor Matafi (Unique)
Happy Moments by Victor Matafi, Opal
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Abstract £1,150 inc VATTabletop Stone Abstract Sculpture – Musical Inspiration by Tawanda Makore (Unique)
Musical Inspiration by Tawanda Makore, Opal Stone
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Animals and Birds £3,462 inc VATLarge Stone Oak Sculpture – Winged Lion Bench by Mike Triton
Winged Lion Bench by Mike Triton, Stone and Oak
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Animals and Birds £3,750 inc VATLarge Stone Bird Sculpture – Taking Care by Shepherd Madzikatire (Unique)
Taking Care by Shepherd Madzikatire, Opal stone
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Abstract £1,200 inc VATTabletop Stone Figurative – Sisters In Harmony by Lawrence Tirivangan (Unique)
Sisters In Harmony by Lawrence Tirivangan Springstone
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Abstract £2,400 inc VATTabletop Stone Sculpture – Dancing Lovers by William Wilberforce Chewa
Dancing Lovers by William Wilberforce Chewa, Opal Stone
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Abstract £4,950 inc VATLarge Stone Figurative Sculpture – Our First Dance by Tendai Chipiri (Unique)
Our First Dance by Tendai Chipiri, Springstone
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Abstract £1,440 inc VATTabletop Stone Abstract Sculpture – My Life by Staford Chanakira (Unique)
My Life by Staford Chanakira, Sapolite Stone
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Children £4,800 inc VATTabletop Stone Figurative Sculpture – Sisterly Love by Rufaro Ngoma (Unique)
Sisterly Love by Rufaro Ngoma, Springstone
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Abstract £21,600 inc VATMonumental Stone Abstract Sculpture – Spirit of Togetherness by Tendai Chipiri (Unique)
Spirit of Togetherness by Tendai Chipiri, Springstone
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Contemporary £1,800 inc VATTabletop Figurative Stone Sculpture – Waiting by Vimbai Mashaya (Unique)
Waiting by Vimbai Mashaya, Opal Stone
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Animals and Birds £4,200 inc VATLarge Stone Love Bird Sculpture – Secret of a Happy Marriage by Tawanda Kapusi (Unique)
Secret of a Happy Marriage by Tawanda Kapusi, Opal Stone
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Abstract £1,200 inc VATTabletop Stone Figurative Sculpture – Day Dreamer by Simon Chidharara (Unique)
Day Dreamer by Simon Chidharara, Serpentine Stone
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Abstract £1,950 inc VATTabletop Stone Figurative Sculpture – Dance to the Beat by Tendai Chipiri (Unique)
Dance to the Beat by Tendai Chipiri, Opal Stone
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Abstract £18,000 inc VATLarge Stone Abstract Sculpture – Balancing Rocks by Bywell Sango (Unique)
Balancing Rocks by Bywell Sango, Cobalt Stone
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Contemporary £4,200 inc VATLarge Stone Figurative Sculpture – Dancing in the Wind by Tinei Mashaya (Unique)
Dancing in the Wind by Tinei Mashaya, Springstone
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Abstract £2,400 inc VATTabletop Stone Figurative Sculpture – As One by Thomas Davies (Unique)
As One by Thomas Davies, Serpentine Stone
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Children £5,400 inc VATTabletop Stone Figurative Sculpture – See my Newborn by Tinei Mashaya (Unique)
See my Newborn by Tinei Mashaya, Springstone
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Children £7,200 inc VATLarge Stone Figurative Sculpture – Supporting My Family by Tinei Mashaya (Unique)
Supporting My Family by Tinei Mashaya, Springstone
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Abstract £18,000 inc VATMonumental Stone Sculpture – Birds in Flight by Benedict Mazuvamana (Unique)
Birds in Flight by Benedict Mazuvamana, Springstone
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Abstract £1,140 inc VATTabletop Stone Figurative Sculpture – Head Man by Taylor Nkomo (Unique)
Head Man by Taylor Nkomo, White Opal and Verdite Stone
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Animals and Birds £850 inc VATTabletop Stone Lizard Sculpture – Basking in the Sun by Josia Manzi (Unique)
Basking in the Sun by Josia Manzi, Springstone
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Children £3,300 inc VATLarge Stone Figurative Sculpture – Tender Moment by Lucknos Chingwaru (Unique)
Tender Moment by Lucknos Chingwaru, Springstone
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Abstract £4,500 inc VATLarge Stone Figurative Sculpture – Sisters in Harmony by Lovemore Bonjisi (Unique)
Sisters in Harmony by Lovemore Bonjisi, Springstone
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Abstract £6,000 inc VATLarge Stone Figurative Sculpture – Showing My New Dress by Lovemore Bonjisi (Unique)
Showing My New Dress by Lovemore Bonjisi, Cobalt Stone
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Animals and Birds £8,400 inc VATLarge Stone Bird Sculpture – Guinea Fowl by Tendai Chipiri (Unique)
Guinea Fowl by Tendai Chipiri, Springstone
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Abstract £2,520 inc VATTabletop Stone Abstract Sculpture – Modern Violet by Tonderai Sowa (Unique)
Modern Violet by Tonderai Sowa, Springstone
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Abstract £2,520 inc VATStone Abstract Sculpture – Shared History by Tonderai Sowa (Unique)
Shared History by Tonderai Sowa, Springstone
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Abstract £2,400 inc VATTabletop Stone Abstract Sculpture – Entwined by Tonderai Sowa (Unique)
Entwined by Tonderai Sowa, Springstone
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Animals and Birds £1,200 inc VATTabletop Stone Animal Sculpture – Walk Together by Godfrey Kurari (Unique)
Walk Together by Godfrey Kurari, Springstone
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Contemporary £12,960 inc VATLarge Stone Woman Sculpture – Angel in Bloom by Tinei Mashaya (Unique)
Angel in Bloom by Tinei Mashaya, Stone
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Contemporary £3,600 inc VATStone Woman Portrait Sculpture – Elemental Beauty by Vengai Chiwawa (Unique)
Elemental Beauty by Vengai Chiwawa, Springstone
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Abstract £7,800 inc VATLarge Stone Abstract Bird Sculpture – Happy Together by Benedict Mazuvamana (Unique)
Happy Together by Benedict Mazuvamana, Springstone
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Abstract £1,440 inc VATLarge Abstract Figurative Stone Sculpture – In Conversation by William Wilberforce Chewa (Unique)
In Conversation by William Wilberforce Chewa, Opal Stone
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Abstract Original price was: £1,800.£1,000Current price is: £1,000. inc VATTabletop Stone Portrait Sculpture – Village Headman by Eddie Masaya (Unique)
Village Headman by Eddie Masaya, Dolomite Stone, Unique, 74cm high by 20cm wide by 20cm deep, Body, Male, Men, People sculpture
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Contemporary £1,500 inc VATTabletop Stone Woman Portrait Sculpture – Looking into the Future by Simon Chidharara (Unique)
Looking into the Future by Simon Chidharara, Serpentine Stone
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Children £3,600 inc VATLarge Stone Family Sculpture – My First Born Daughter by Rufaro Murenza (Unique)
My First Born Daughter by Rufaro Murenza, Springstone
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Abstract £3,540 inc VATLarge Stone Sculpture – Spirit of Bernard Takawira by M Nyakusvora (Unique)
Spirit of Bernard Takawira by M Nyakusvora, Springstone
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Abstract £1,200 inc VATTabletop Stone Sculpture – Sharing a Moment by Kennedy Musekiwa (Unique)
Sharing a Moment by Kennedy Musekiwa, Opal Stone
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Abstract £3,600 inc VATLarge Stone Abstract Sculpture – Rhythm by Innocent Nyashenga (Unique)
Rhythm by Innocent Nyashenga, Opal Stone
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Animals and Birds £42,000 inc VATMonumental Stone Animal Sculpture – Hippos by Timothy Rukodzi
Pair of Monumental Hippos by Timothy Rukodzi, Opal Stone
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Abstract £2,400 inc VATLarge Stone Abstract Sculpture – Ripple Effect by Chemedu Jemali (Unique)
Ripple Effect by Chemedu Jemali, Springstone
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Animals and Birds £9,600 inc VATMonumental Stone Bird Sculpture – Gentle Breeze by Tendai Chipiri (Unique)
Gentle Breeze by Tendai Chipiri, Springstone
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Animals and Birds £2,400 inc VATTabletop Stone Animal Sculpture – Strong Family by R. Josarama (Unique)
Strong Family by R. Josarama, Springstone
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Abstract £12,000 inc VATLarge Stone Sculpture – Birds Of A Feather by Benedict Mazuvamana (Unique)
Birds Of A Feather by Benedict Mazuvamana, Springstone
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Abstract £1,440 inc VATTabletop Stone Floral Sculpture – Blooming Flower by Singi Chihota (Unique)
Blooming Flower by Singi Chihota, Leopard Stone