Stone sculpture of a bird with a round object in its beak, made by the Tengenenge Art Sculptor's Community.
One of two stone sculptures in our Gardens created by artists from the world renowned Tengenenge Art Sculptor’s Community. These works are part of a continuing sculptural tradition in stone that has been part of Zimbabwean culture for centuries. The artists draw inspiration from daily experiences as well as traditional stories.
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