Puzzled
Richard Mteki

Guruve Serpentine

27cm (h)
26cm (w)
20cm (d)

15kg

SOLD

Trademark Richard Mteki in form, but this is sculpted from a fabulous and very unusual material. The stone is a kind of serpentine, but not one often sourced by artists so it's not well-known. It's surprising this stone is not used more often, given its warm pale gold colour with dashes of green and a lattice of brown veins. This is a really unusual piece.

Richard Mteki is one of the most prominent names in Zimbabwean sculpture. His work has been featured in innumerable local and international joint and solo exhibitions, and he has represented Zimbabwe through commissions for state buildings and as gifts for foreign dignitaries. His simple, graceful and economical style is instantly recognisable and very collectable.