Split Personalities by Taylor Nkomo, Serpentine & Dolomite Stone, Unique, 31cm high, 36cm wide, 12cm deep, Abstract, All Sculpture, Figurative, People, Tribal, Brown, White, Sculpture

This sculpture is carved from a combination of serpentine and dolomite. The sculpture presents two abstract figures positioned side by side, their bodies fused into a shared base while their heads rise independently. Each head forms a large, rounded shape that immediately draws the eye, giving the piece a bold and expressive presence. The contrast between the stones adds subtle variation in colour and texture, shifting from deep greens to softer, pale tones as the surfaces change.

The figures appear to lean slightly away from one another, as if caught in a moment of tension or contrast. Their faces remain minimal, shaped only by shallow grooves and gentle curves. This simplicity encourages the viewer to interpret emotion through posture rather than expression. The bodies, softened into flowing forms, curve inward and outward in a smooth rhythm that connects the two figures even as their heads suggest separation.

The stone surfaces vary between polished and matte areas, creating a dynamic interplay of light. These shifts highlight the sculptor’s attention to balance and symmetry while still allowing each figure to maintain its own identity. As one moves around the piece, the silhouettes change, and the dual nature of the work becomes more pronounced. Through these choices, the sculpture explores contrast and unity in a single, compact form, inviting viewers to consider the complexities carried within one shared experience.