Resting Hippo Hand Carved In Zimbabwe

This African Hippo (Hippopotamus) sculpture is handcrafted by the Shona artisans in Zimbabwe. Hippos are part of the “Big Five” animals in Africa. Hippos live in sub-Saharan Africa in areas with abundant water, as they spend most of their time submerged to keep their skin cool and moist. The hippopotamus an aquatic mammal that cannot swim, a vegetarian that is also the most dangerous animal in Africa. This art form is known as Shona sculpture because it is hand-carved by the Shona people of Zimbabwe. The Shona people have been hand sculpting stone into works of art for nearly a thousand years.  Ethically & sustainably handcrafted Approximately 2.25" H x 2.5" W x 4.5" L    Material: Serpentine Handmade in Zimbabwe, Southern Africa YOUR PURCHASE MAKES A DIFFERENCE: This beautiful work of art was purchased directly from the Shona artists in Zimbabwe. We source our handmade Shona products through a small family-run supplier in Harare who has been working with and supporting these ta