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Description
Dimensions: H:11.0" W:29.9" L:2.4" Weight: 4.6 lbs.
Chichewa Tribe Wooden Elephant Family Shadow Box – These elephant sculptures in a shadow box frame have been hand carved by the Chichewa people of Malawi and surrounding regions. In Chichewa tradition, the elephant represents strength, wisdom and leadership. Carefully shaped from a single piece of wood, the craftsmanship reflects both artistic skill and cultural meaning, honoring the animal's majesty while embodying the values of dignity and respect in Chichewa society.
About the Tribe
The Chichewa tribe, also known as the Chewa, is a Bantu-speaking ethnic group found primarily in Malawi, eastern Zambia, and northern Mozambique. Known for their rich cultural heritage, the Chichewa are recognized for their traditional music, dance (notably the Gule Wamkulu), and matrilineal social structure. Their language, Chichewa (or Nyanja), is one of the most widely spoken languages in the region and serves as a national language in Malawi. The Chichewa people have a long history of agricultural practices, communal life, and artistic expression, playing a vital role in the cultural and social fabric of Southern Africa.
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