{"product_id":"primitive-black-stone-african-nude-torso-sculpture1","title":"Ronnie Dongo Primitive Black Stone African Nude Torso Sculpture 12\" W x 12\" D x 61\" H","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis African sculpture serves as a striking centerpiece for any room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStanding at 25 inches tall and crafted from deep black stone, likely basalt, this piece features the torso of a nude black woman. The smooth, polished surface emphasizes the organic curves and simplified anatomical forms, celebrating cultural heritage through its primitive design. Set on a contrasting 36-inch white pedestal, the sculpture's silhouette and expressive details draw the eye, making it a conversation starter in modern or traditional settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBorn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRonnie Dongo was born in 1967 in Zimbabwe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEarly Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDongo grew up in a family of prominent sculptors; his mother, Locardia Ndandarika, and stepfather, Joseph Ndandarika, were both leading artists in Zimbabwe. Although he showed an early love for art during his school years, he initially chose a different professional path.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally training as a teacher before fully committing to a career in sculpture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCareer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter working in education, Dongo returned to his artistic roots, influenced by his upbringing and family legacy. In 2000, he travelled to the United Kingdom as a guest of Groundwork West Cumbria, where he led workshops in schools. He returned in 2002 and settled in Hampshire, continuing his work as a sculptor. Despite relocating, he maintains a strong connection to Zimbabwe, regularly returning to source stone directly from the mines for his work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDongo works primarily in stone, carefully selecting his materials in Zimbabwe and shipping them to the UK to ensure quality and suitability for his sculptures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle \u0026amp; Subject\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHis work reflects both his heritage and personal journey, shaped by the discipline and encouragement of his mother. He places strong emphasis on craftsmanship and finishing, values instilled during his upbringing in a family of sculptors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Primitive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Black Soap Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Deep black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase: 36-inch white pedestal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 61\"H x 12\"W x 12\"D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Robert Roy","offers":[{"title":"Primitive Black Stone African Nude Torso Sculpture 12\" W x 12\" D x 61\" H","offer_id":46052523344058,"sku":"36787","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/1115\/4874\/files\/Statue.png?v=1782585487","url":"https:\/\/tacomafurniturestore.com\/products\/primitive-black-stone-african-nude-torso-sculpture1","provider":"Tacoma Furniture Consignment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}