5 Figure Ukama - Zimbabwe

Price: $350.00


 


The Shona stone sculpture of Zimbabwe is prized in art museums and galleries worldwide. Among these works of art are the Ukama, or "Loving Families"; sculptures which depict mothers & their children, whole families, and couples embraced in love and dancing with joy. Relationships are an important part of Shona culture and these sculptures signify the bonds created between people in a family. The bodies & arms are joined to symbolize the strength & longevity of these relationships. Just as a mother will take care of her young, so it is the responsibility of the children to care for their parents and grandparents in the later years of their lives. 15.5"H x 6"W