Michael Nyakusvora Sold at Auction Prices

b. 1975 -

Michael was born in 1975 in the Rusape District.

His talent was identified at an early age, while helping his grandfather, who was a renowned wood carver.

After completing secondary school, he relocated to Harare to seek employment, but met a number of full-time artists who encouraged him to develop the untrained skill he possessed.

One of his new friends, Shepard Madzikatire, was being tutored by the late Moses Mashaya (1947 – 1996).

Shepard introduced Michael to Moses, and together they learnt the finer points of the art of carving stone, until Moses’ untimely death. They then started out on their own.

In recent years, Michael has shown increasing evidence that he has the creative vision of a truly gifted artist.

His sculpture reflects the confidence of an artist who knows his capabilities and touches those who come in contact with it.

His subject matter remains within the main stream of Shona sculpture, as human and animal forms are frequently referred to in Shona society, but Michael sculpts these forms in his distinctive style or in an abstract form.

A likable young man with a promising future, his work have been exhibited in the Chapungu Sculpture gardens of Harare, and has found its way to many countries.

Michael married Licodia in 1995 and has a family of one girl and one boy.

In his spare time, he follows his favourite sport, soccer.