Stone sculptures have been carried out since prehistoric times, and are one of the oldest forms of art in the world.
Some of the biggest objects ever carved from stone including Liberty Statue in New York and the Statue of Raja Ramses II in Egypt.
Stone sculptures require high skills and accuracy, and can take months or even yearly to complete a work.
Stones that are often used for sculptures include marble, granite, sandstone, and limestone.
Some stone sculpture techniques include carving, shaping, and polishing.
Stone carvings can be used to make statues, reliefs, or even buildings and monuments.
Some famous stone carving artists including Michelangelo, Auguste Rodin, and Henry Moore.
Some countries that are famous for their stone carving arts including Italy, Greece and India.
One of the unique stone sculpture techniques is Pietra Dura which uses small pieces of stone that is installed artistically to make beautiful images or patterns.
Stone carvings can give us a better understanding of the history and culture of a place, because it is often used as a form of appreciation or celebration of important figures or important moments in history.
