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| Soapstone carvings, also known as Kissi stone, are a beautiful way to adorn your home with a smooth, eclectic look. Made of soapstone found in western Kenya, the Gusii and Abigusii ethnic groups individually hand carve each of these one of a kind pieces. They first mine the soapstone from the hills around the village of Tabaka and then, using knives or handmade tools, the craftsman individually carve each piece. After the carving the figure is wet sanded and then polished, all by hand. To form the colors they dye the stone and then incise it with the patterns the individual artist desires. Adorn your home with one of these traditional, one of a kind pieces of artwork and display the ingenuity and talent of these traditional African artisans. Made in Kenya |
Soapstone - Cats
$12.00 A-S600 These unique hand crafted soapstone cats are the perfect gift for the cat lover you know! Mysterious, with almost an Egyptian look these fabulous felines are a unique home accent sure to be admired. 6" Made in Kenya [Add to Cart] [View Cart] |
Soapstone - Sleeping Cat
$12.00 A-S600 These unique hand crafted soapstone cats are the perfect gift for the cat lover you know! 5" long, Made in Kenya. [Add to Cart] [View Cart] |
Soapstone - White Cat
$12.00 A-S600 These unique hand crafted soapstone cats are the perfect gift for the cat lover you know! Mysterious, with almost an Egyptian look these fabulous felines are a unique home accent sure to be admired. 4.5" Made in Kenya. [Add to Cart] [View Cart] |
Daily Special! Soapstone - Dogs Normally $12.00
$6.00 A-S605 Dogs are a man's best friend, and these adorable, handmade, soapstone dogs are sure to appeal to anyone, (man, woman or child!) 4" Made in Kenya [Add to Cart] [View Cart] |
Soapstone - Elephants
$12.00 A-S610 Elephants are almost a symbol of Africa and these fun, handcrafted soapstone elephants are sure to be loved by any person with a love of Africa or elephants. 4.5" Made in Kenya [Add to Cart] [View Cart] |
Soapstone - Kissing Elephants
$12.00 A-S611 A beautiful symbol of unity and love, these 2 elephants are a wonderful accent in any room. Handcrafted of real soapstone. 5" long, Made in Kenya [Add to Cart] [View Cart] |
Soapstone - Candle Holders
$16.00 A-S640 Handcrafted soapstone candle holders will make your candlelit room even more beautiful and exotic. The subdued colors with hand painted animals are also sure to add a different look to your home. Fits regular taper candles. Made in Kenya [Add to Cart] [View Cart] |
Soapstone - Chess Set
$90.00 A-S650 [Add to Cart] [View Cart] |
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