Stone Carved Reclining Cheetah

This Verdite stone carving from Zimbabwe was carved from a single large stone and has no flaws or repairs.  The skill of the Artist is evident in this beautiful Cheetah that has graced a high perch on display for many years.  The Oohs and Ahs from those who have seen this piece are testimony to its eloquence.  One of a kind and never to be repeated piece of African Art from a disappearing trade. In Zimbabwe, the native Shona tribes interpret verdite’s spiritual meaning as a powerful conduit for ensuring faithfulness and improving fertility. South African tribes have created verdite carvings and talismans for centuries, incorporating it into their culture.