
Nefeli Mandragouda
Sale Coordinator, Discovery & Greek Sales
£1,500 - £2,000
Sale Coordinator, Discovery & Greek Sales
Jane Goodall and Chimpanzee "Hand-in-Hand" Life Cast on Base.
A stunning tribute to the groundbreaking work of Dr. Jane Goodall, this limited-edition life cast immortalizes her holding the hand of a chimpanzee. Crafted in bronze-finished resin, the intricate detail captures a moment of connection between humanity and nature. The clasping hands rest elegantly on a brass stand, which rises from a custom-designed resin base.
The front plaque bears Dr. Goodall's iconic quote: "Together We Can Change The World." The back plaque provides a legend detailing the edition of 200, with each piece individually numbered and personally hand-signed by Dr. Goodall.
This extraordinary collectible was conceived by award-winning visual effects artist Gino Acevedo, celebrated for his work on The Lord of the Rings trilogy, to honor Dr. Goodall's legacy and support her institute.
This piece comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, hand-signed by Gino Acevedo and Bone Clones, Inc. Managing Director David Kronen.
Chimpanzee Print by Gino Acevedo, Signed by Jane Goodall & Gino Acevedo.
This powerful artwork by acclaimed visual effects artist and wildlife illustrator Gino Acevedo captures the soulful gaze of a chimpanzee, reflecting the deep intelligence and emotion of our closest relatives in the animal kingdom.
Acevedo, renowned for his contributions to iconic films like The Lord of the Rings and Avatar, brings his passion for wildlife conservation to life through his art. This particular piece pays homage to Dr. Jane Goodall's pioneering work with chimpanzees, symbolizing the intimate connection between humans and animals.
The story behind this painting is both heartfelt and poignant. The chimpanzee in the portrait, named Jesse, once belonged to a friend of Acevedo's who raised chimps and orangutans for the film industry. With Jane's intervention, Jesse and others were retired from their roles in the business and brought to the safety of a sanctuary in Florida, where Jesse lived a long, happy life until her passing just a few years ago.
This print is signed by both Gino Acevedo and Dr. Jane Goodall, making it a truly rare and collectible item. It stands as a testament to the tireless work of Dr. Jane Goodall and the importance of protecting the wild.