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Lemon Opal Stone (Serpentine)

  • 55cm (h)
  • 20cm (w)
  • 15cm (d)

16.5kg

Portrait photo of first generation Shona sculptor Bernard Takawira of Zimbabwe

Bernard Takawira

Sculptor

This lovely example of Bernard Takawira‘s work is being advertised for sale on behalf of a private collector.

The current owner acquired this piece at auction. It came from a private collection but unfortunately there is no accompanying paperwork apart from the auction catalogue, and the price reflects this.

Guruve are happy that this piece is a genuine work by Bernard, despite its lost history. Bernard’s trademark signature is on the base. We would estimate it dates to the late-1980s/early-1990s.

Guruve have professionally restored this sculpture so it is now in immaculate condition. We can provide photos of its pre-restoration condition.

Bernard Takawira was a great name in early Shona sculpture. Pieces by Bernard do not come onto the secondary market very often, so this is a very special opportunity for a collector to acquire a piece of African art history.

This piece is in the UK and Guruve will ship it from there; P&P is at buyer’s expense.