Lion Ornament

Name: Lion Ornament
Brand: Mbare Ltd
SKU: PTO-L
Price: 22.50 USD
Availability: InStock

$22.50

SKU: PTO-L

The lion is a symbol of courage and fearlessness. Out of all the wildlife in Africa, no animal arouses as much awe and admiration as the African lion. As the largest of Africa's big cats, the ‘King of the Jungle” represents power, strength and majesty. Unlike other big cats that prefer to live alone, African lions are social animals and live in groups, or prides. Lion reminds us of the balance between worldly power and family.

Height: 3"
Length: 4.5"
Width: 2"

Artist: Metal cut and shaped by the Thomas Family, painted by Khumbalani Muraga
Made In: Zimbabwe

Material

Recycled soda tin cans

Dimension

See product description

Product Care Instructions

Wipe clean with a dry cloth

Origin

Zimbabwe

Time to make

3 hours

Lion Ornament

$22.50

meet the maker

Metal Sculptors of Zimbabwe

📍Harare, Zimbabwe

" A remarkable story of creativity, resilience, and generational craftsmanship"

Founded in 1986 by the five Mukankha brothers, the Improved Arts Metal Sculptors Project is a remarkable story of creativity, resilience, and generational craftsmanship. Through their artistic talent, the brothers built a sustainable livelihood that allowed them to provide opportunities for their families that they themselves did not have growing up.

Using simple hand tools—snips, pliers, and hammers—they transform sheets of tin into playful sculptural creatures full of character and charm. Each piece is then individually hand-painted in vibrant patterns by artists from Zimbabwe’s Weya community, making every sculpture a truly one-of-a-kind work of art. While some of the founding brothers have since passed, the legacy continues through Norman and Moses, who now mentor the next generation of younger family members, ensuring this distinctive craft continues to thrive.