Shona Tribe Rapoko Elephant ~41.7" Tall - New 2025 - Shona

African Angel ArtSKU: AA03742

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Dimensions: H:41.7" W:30.3" L:5.5" Weight: 352.0 lbs.

Shona Tribe Rapoko Stone Elephant – This skillfully handcrafted rapoko stone elephant sculpture is one of the unique Shona sculptures that will add opulence to your home. Shona art from Zimbabwe a distinct form of art that owes its existence to millennia of African history and cultural beliefs. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted by craftsmen and has gone from Africa around the world to add a distinctive touch to any house or business.

 

About the Tribe

The Shona ethnic group is indigenous to Southern Africa, primarily Zimbabwe, but there are significant Shona populations in South Africa, Botswana, Zambia, and Mozambique. In Zimbabwe, the Shona people make up most of the population. Stone sculpture and mbira music have made them famous around the world (mbira: an instrument made of a hollow gourd with metal reeds that the player plucks). This tribe is believed to be responsible for the construction of several ancient stone wall sites in Zimbabwe. Great Zimbabwe, an 800-hectare city that flourished between the 11th and 15th centuries AD, was built on the physical foundation of these walls. Great Zimbabwe, which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site was a center for trade, and archaeologists have discovered artifacts on site from as far away as China.

 

About the Stone

Rapoko, also known as African Millet Stone, is a naturally occurring, soft stone traditionally used across Southern Africa for both practical and artistic purposes. Found mainly in Zimbabwe and neighboring regions, this fine-grained material has a light, earthy hue, often ranging from pale beige to soft brown. Historically significant and widely utilized by local artisans, Rapoko is prized for its softness and ease of carving, making it ideal for creating intricate sculptures, ceremonial objects, and everyday tools. Despite its softness compared to harder stones like serpentine or granite, Rapoko’s texture allows for precise detailing. Its natural matte finish and warm, organic tones give each piece a grounded, timeless aesthetic, connecting modern craftsmanship with ancient tradition.

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