Fanizani Akuda - Hand-signed serpentine stone sculpture / Shona art
Starting bid €100
Buyer's premium : 15%
| Pick up | Yes, possible |
| Location | Brummen, The Netherlands |
Auction details
| Start time | 27-10-2026 at 9:46 |
| End time | 9-11-2026 at 21:22 |
Please note: if a bid is made in the last 5 minutes, the auction will be extended by 5 minutes.
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Krooshoop The Netherlands
2023 | |
5 sold | |
- Description
- Fanizani Akuda (1932-2011)
| Type of artwork | Sculpture / Object |
| Period | 1945 to 1999 |
| Technique | Stone |
| Style | African |
| Subject | Figures |
| Pedestal | Without pedestal |
| Dimensions | 11 x 9 x 4 cm (h x w x d) |
| Weight | 514 grams |
| Signed | Hand signed |
| Edition | 1 |
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Offered is a beautiful, characteristic sculpture by the world-renowned Zimbabwean sculptor Fanizani Akuda (1932–2011). Akuda belonged to the influential 'First Generation' of modern Zimbabwean Shona sculpture and was a prominent member of the Tengenenge artist community.
This hand-carved cabinet piece is crafted from a dark, beautifully polished serpentine stone. The work depicts a stylized face containing all the iconic stylistic features of the master. The face radiates a serene tranquility and is instantly recognizable by the slit eyes so typical of Akuda. The sculpture is clearly and authentically signed by hand on the underside: FANIZANI.
A unique and highly representative collector's item for lovers of African Shona art and modern sculpture.
Specifications:
This hand-carved cabinet piece is crafted from a dark, beautifully polished serpentine stone. The work depicts a stylized face containing all the iconic stylistic features of the master. The face radiates a serene tranquility and is instantly recognizable by the slit eyes so typical of Akuda. The sculpture is clearly and authentically signed by hand on the underside: FANIZANI.
A unique and highly representative collector's item for lovers of African Shona art and modern sculpture.
Specifications:
- Artist: Fanizani Akuda (Zimbabwe, 1932–2011)
- Material: Serpentine stone
- Signature: Hand-signed on the bottom ('FANIZANI')
- Height: 11 cm
- Width: 9 cm
- Depth: 4 cm
- Condition: The sculpture is in excellent, original condition with a beautiful, deep sheen. See the photos for an accurate impression of the object and the signature.
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| Condition | Very good | ||||||
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| Pick up | The work can be picked up on location. As a buyer you must bring your own packaging materials. The location is: Brummen, The Netherlands | ||||||
| Shipment | Parcel post | ||||||
| Price | Up to 2 kg.
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Malawian K
Krooshoop The Netherlands
2023 | |
5 sold | |
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