The Great House of Stone

This exhibition, featuring hand-carved Shona stone sculptures from Zimbabwe, the Great House of Stone, will take you on a journey of rich heritage and artistic mastery highlighting the diversity and beauty of African culture.

Discover over 20 sculptures, ranging from abstract wonders to realistic portrayals, capturing elements like the feminine form, intricately carved busts, and the majestic essence of the African savannah. Whether you seek distinct and dramatic masterpieces or more affordable treasures, this exhibition has something for every art lover.

Crafted from stones like spring stone, cobalt, dolomite, and the rare lepidolite (due to being a secondary source of lithium), these sculptures are not just art but also stories of sustainable and fair trade practices. Mined responsibly from small, open-cast natural quarries, these stones have minimal ecological impact, supporting local communities and providing a vital source of income.

Our contemporary Zimbabwean art bridges cultures, inviting you to connect with a world of stories and emotions. Let these sculptures resonate with your own narrative, fostering a shared sense of belonging and a deeper appreciation for African artistry. Step into our world and take home a piece that speaks to your heart.

Kumusha means 'homeland'. Come home with us.

All artworks are for sale.

Artists' Biography:

Born out of a desire to share and celebrate my Zimbabwean cultural heritage as a person of dual citizenship raising third-culture children in Aotearoa, Kumusha seeks to bring together two seemingly disconnected worlds through art. Kumusha means ‘homeland’ in Shona, my mother tongue, and is about connection, belonging, and identity. In sharing my cultural heritage with other New Zealanders through art, Kumusha recognises the Shona version of Ubuntu, ‘Hunhu‘, which means ‘I am because you are’. We are all connected, and we all belong to each other. Kumusha is about our connection and belonging to each other through art.

As a purveyor of art, I work with Zimbabwean artists, bringing their work to this part of the globe.

 Find more on www.kumusha.co.nz