Soapstone

This set of two beautiful heart dishes are hand-painted with an artistic depiction of the African Maasai Mara.  One features the elephant and the other the giraffe under the acacia tree.  The bright rainbow colors speak to the cultural vibrance of Africa.  The hand-paintings are detailed and one-of-a-kind.  Each dish is hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by Kenya...

Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, these whimsical twin cat statues will brighten up even the smallest of spaces!   Measures approximately 4-inches tall. /li> Hand-painted. Soapstone is a soft, natural mineral from the earth, making it easy to carve into many forms. Handle with care to avoid breakage.  Each piece has gone through multiple...

Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, these whimsical cat statues will brighten up even the smallest of spaces!   Measures approximately 5-inches tall. /li> Hand-painted. Soapstone is a soft, natural mineral from the earth, making it easy to carve into many forms. Handle with care to avoid breakage.  Each piece has gone through multiple stages...

Each bookend is hand-carved from a single piece of natural soapstone and is a beautiful depiction of a sitting cat.  The pieces are true sculptures and works of art.  The detail work on the edge is evident by the detailed bookend design.  Great gift for cat-lovers or ethical gift for all.  These are substantial and great for heavy books.Product Features:...

 Virgo (August 23 – September 22)Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the soapstone hearts are brightly painted and feature the zodiac sign on one side and the zodiac name on the other.  A great giftable for a birthday or as keepsake reminder to share the love with your family and friends.   Measures approximately 2.25-inches...

 Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the soapstone hearts are brightly painted and feature the zodiac sign on one side and the zodiac name on the other.  A great giftable for a birthday or as keepsake reminder to share the love with your family and friends.   Measures approximately 2.25-inches...

 Pisces (February 19 – March 20)Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the soapstone hearts are brightly painted and feature the zodiac sign on one side and the zodiac name on the other.  A great giftable for a birthday or as keepsake reminder to share the love with your family and friends.   Measures approximately 2.25-inches...

 Libra (September 23 – October 22)Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the soapstone hearts are brightly painted and feature the zodiac sign on one side and the zodiac name on the other.  A great giftable for a birthday or as keepsake reminder to share the love with your family and friends.   Measures approximately 2.25-inches...

Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the soapstone hearts are brightly painted and feature the zodiac sign on one side and the zodiac name on the other.  A great giftable for a birthday or as keepsake reminder to share the love with your family and friends.   Measures approximately 2.25-inches and under 1 inch thick....

Gemini (May 21 – June 20) Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the soapstone hearts are brightly painted and feature the zodiac sign on one side and the zodiac name on the other.  A great giftable for a birthday or as keepsake reminder to share the love with your family and friends.   Measures approximately 2.25-inches...

 Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the soapstone hearts are brightly painted and feature the zodiac sign on one side and the zodiac name on the other.  A great giftable for a birthday or as keepsake reminder to share the love with your family and friends.   Measures approximately 2.25-inches...

 Cancer (June 21 – July 22)Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the soapstone hearts are brightly painted and feature the zodiac sign on one side and the zodiac name on the other.  A great giftable for a birthday or as keepsake reminder to share the love with your family and friends.   Measures approximately 2.25-inches...

 Aries (March 21 – April 19)Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the soapstone hearts are brightly painted and feature the zodiac sign on one side and the zodiac name on the other.  A great giftable for a birthday or as keepsake reminder to share the love with your family and friends.   Measures approximately 2.25-inches...

Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, these soapstone hippo bowls make a great trinket dish to brighten up your nightstand, dresser, coffe table or office desk!   Measures approximately 5-inches from head to tail. /li> Hand-painted. Soapstone is a soft, natural mineral from the earth, making it easy to carve into many forms. Handle with...

Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, this natural stone compass is a beautiful decor item and can be used for many things from a paperweight, to desk decor, or token to remind one of the path they are on.  Great gift for men!  Product Features: Measures approximately 2.5-inches in diameter by 1.25-inch thick. Due to the...

Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, this natural stone compass is a beautiful piece of  art! Made from dark grey natural soapstone, it blends well with any decor and works well on a desk.  The significance of the compass as a metaphoric guiding point is a great reference of strength to support a friend. Great gift...

Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, this natural stone compass is a beautiful piece of  art! Made from dark grey natural soapstone, it blends well with any decor and works well on a desk.  The significance of the compass as a metaphoric guiding point is a great reference of strength to support a friend. Great gift...

Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the Circle of Elephants is a reminder that we are all creatures of this great earth - interconnected in ways beyond understanding. Colors vary from cream to gold to orange earthy colors. Expect an assortment of colors with your order! This also serves as a comfort gift to someone going through...

Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the Circle of Elephants is a reminder that we are all creatures of this great earth - interconnected in ways beyond understanding. Colors vary from a darker natural stone in brown and grey. Expect an assortment of colors with your order! This also serves as a comfort gift to someone going...

Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, this angel sculpture creates an air of peace and tranquility. A wonderful gift to extend comfort to someone in need.  Product Features: Measures approximately 5-inches tall. Due to the hand-carved nature, exact size may vary slightly.   Handpainted and etched using traditional design inspiration.   Soapstone is a soft...

Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, this angel sculpture creates an air of peace and tranquility. A wonderful gift to extend comfort to someone in need.  Product Features: Measures approximately 5-inches tall. Due to the hand-carved nature, exact size may vary slightly.   Handpainted and etched using traditional design inspiration.   Soapstone is a soft...

Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, this angel sculpture creates an air of peace and tranquility. A wonderful gift to extend comfort to someone in need.  Product Features: Measures approximately 5-inches tall. Due to the hand-carved nature, exact size may vary slightly.   Color variations will range from cream to pink to gray to earthy...

Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, this angel sculpture is paired with an eternal flame, representing the light that lives on and never dims. Beautiful home décor and a touching sympathy gift to bring comfort. Product Features: Measures approximately 5-inches tall by 3-inches wide. Due to the hand-carved nature, exact size may vary slightly.   Color...

Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, this angel sculpture is holding a star, which many see as a symbol of inspiration, as a guide for those seeking comfort and hope through a guiding star. A thoughtful gift for those in need of comfort or sympathy. Product Features: Measures approximately 5-inches tall. Due to the hand-carved nature,...

Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, this sculpture features an angel with a dog in her arms. The angel is a special gift for someone with a beloved pet or to gift for someone who's beloved pet has crossed over the rainbow bridge.  Carved images of dogs may vary in shape and size, based on...

Carved from soapstone in Western Kenya, these darling dogs are cute and colorful and while they aren't a perfect substitute for man's best friend, they will surely bring a smile to your face and brighten up the smallest spaces. Measures approximately 2-inches tall. Colors will vary based on availability, but five unique colors will be provided for each set. Photos...

Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, this angel sculpture's sleek and modern style is perfect for every decor. Measures approximately 5.5-inches tall by 2-inches wide. Hand-painted in a lustrous black finish with etched design detailing Soapstone is a soft, natural mineral from the earth, making it easy to carve into many forms. Handle with care...

Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, this angel sculpture's sleek style is perfect for every decor. Measures approximately 4.5-inches tall by 1.5-inches wide. Hand-painted in a lustrous red finish with etched design detailing Soapstone is a soft, natural mineral from the earth, making it easy to carve into many forms. Handle with care to avoid...

Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, this angel sculpture's sleek and modern style is perfect for every decor.  Measures approximately 5-inches tall by 3-inches wide. Natural soapstone finish; colors can range from cream to pink to grey in any single piece. Soapstone is a soft, natural mineral from the earth, making it easy to carve...

African Soapstone is among the most beautiful in the world. Mined by hand from surface mines large stones are pulled by a team of workers, cleaved into smaller pieces and worked into stunning art and functional objects. This sculpture depicts a stylized family of 2 parents and 2 children. The soapstone is natural. Please allow for color variation from cream...

Hand carved from soapstone by African craftsmen, this menorah will provide a unique look to your home for the holidays. Measures 12 x 2.5 x 6 inches. Weighs 15lbs.

Hand carved from soapstone by African craftsmen, this menorah will provide a unique look to your home for the holidays. Measures 12 x 2.5 x 6 inches. Weighs 15lbs.Thank you for shopping The Village Country Store, authorized dealer for VHC Brands, Victorian Heart Quilts inc., and Fair Trade Artisan Gifts and Crafts.

Hand-carved by African artisans from a solid piece of natural Soapstone, this square-shaped candle holder is a work of art! The soapstone rock is ideal for carving as it gets its softness from the mineral talc and is commonly believed to have a soothing, balancing effect while creating a positive, calming energy. Place several together to create a truly unique...

Handcarved in Kenya from a single piece of soapstone, this sculpture depicting two cats is 4 inches tall.Meet the Artisans Our Soapstone is carved by the artists of SMOLArt a group of artists who live in the rural village of Tabaka, Kenya, the heart of soapstone crafts. The name, a shortened version of Small, Medium, and Large Artists, refers to...

Handcarved in Kenya from a single piece of soapstone, this sculpture depicting two cats is 4 inches tall.Meet the Artisans Our Soapstone is carved by the artists of SMOLArt a group of artists who live in the rural village of Tabaka, Kenya, the heart of soapstone crafts. The name, a shortened version of Small, Medium, and Large Artists, refers to...

Carved from soapstone in Western Kenya, this cat sculpture is like none found in nature with its hand etched patterns and whimsical shape. Each cat is approximately 5 inches tall.Meet the Artisans Our Soapstone is carved by the artists of SMOLArt a group of artists who live in the rural village of Tabaka, Kenya, the heart of soapstone crafts. The...

Hand carved from soapstone in Kenya, this chess set features 32 delicate pieces in a Maasai tribal theme on a 14-inch square board. As each piece is hand carved from natural stone, please allow some variations in color and design.Meet the Artisans Our Soapstone is carved by the artists of SMOLArt a group of artists who live in the rural...

Carved from soapstone in Western Kenya, this cat sculpture is like none found in nature with its hand etched patterns and whimsical shape. Each cat is approximately 5 inches tall. Meet the Artisans Our Soapstone is carved by the artists of SMOLArt a group of artists who live in the rural village of Tabaka, Kenya, the heart of soapstone crafts....

Handcarved from a single piece of soapstone, this sculpture features two intertwined hearts. It measures 8 inches tall.Meet the Artisans Our Soapstone is carved by the artists of SMOLArt a group of artists who live in the rural village of Tabaka, Kenya, the heart of soapstone crafts. The name, a shortened version of Small, Medium, and Large Artists, refers to...

Hand carved from soapstone in Kenya, this hippo is 3 inches tall, by 4 inches long, by 2 inches wide, and is hand painted with a blue abstract design. Please allow for slight variations due to the handmade nature of the piece. Meet the Artisans Our Soapstone is carved by the artists of SMOLArt a group of artists who live...

Handcarved from soapstone, this unique sculpture represents two lovers in the shape of a heart. Measures 8 inches tall.Meet the Artisans Our Soapstone is carved by the artists of SMOLArt a group of artists who live in the rural village of Tabaka, Kenya, the heart of soapstone crafts. The name, a shortened version of Small, Medium, and Large Artists, refers...

Handcarved from soapstone, this unique sculpture represents two lovers in the shape of a heart. Measures 8 inches tall.Meet the Artisans Our Soapstone is carved by the artists of SMOLArt a group of artists who live in the rural village of Tabaka, Kenya, the heart of soapstone crafts. The name, a shortened version of Small, Medium, and Large Artists, refers...

African Soapstone is among the most beautiful in the world. Mined by hand from surface mines large stones are pulled by a team of workers, cleaved into smaller pieces and worked into stunning art and functional objects. This sculpture depicts a stylized family of 2 parents and 1 child. The soapstone is natural. Please allow for color variation from cream...

African Soapstone is among the most beautiful in the world. Mined by hand from surface mines large stones are pulled by a team of workers, cleaved into smaller pieces and worked into stunning art and functional objects. This sculpture depicts a stylized family of 2 parents and 2 children. The soapstone is natural. Please allow for color variation from cream...

African Soapstone is among the most beautiful in the world. Mined by hand from surface mines large stones are pulled by a team of workers, cleaved into smaller pieces and worked into stunning art and functional objects. This sculpture depicts a stylized family. The soapstone is natural. Please allow for color variation from cream to pink to gray in any...

African Soapstone is among the most beautiful in the world. Mined by hand from surface mines large stones are pulled by a team of workers, cleaved into smaller pieces and worked into stunning art and functional objects. This sculpture depicts a stylized family. The soapstone is natural. Please allow for color variation from cream to pink to gray in any...

African Soapstone is among the most beautiful in the world. Mined by hand from surface mines large stones are pulled by a team of workers, cleaved into smaller pieces and worked into stunning art and functional objects. This sculpture depicts a stylized family of 2 parents and 2 children. The soapstone is natural. Please allow for color variation from cream...

Hand carved from soapstone, this sculpture features an abstract representation of two lovers. The piece is carved from one piece of soapstone and is about 10 inches tall.Meet the Artisans Our Soapstone is carved by the artists of SMOLArt a group of artists who live in the rural village of Tabaka, Kenya, the heart of soapstone crafts. The name, a...

Hand carved from soapstone, these sculptures feature a representation of two lovers in circle. The piece is carved from one piece of soapstone and is about 6 inches tall.Meet the Artisans Our Soapstone is carved by the artists of SMOLArt a group of artists who live in the rural village of Tabaka, Kenya, the heart of soapstone crafts. The name,...

Hand carved from soapstone, this sculpture features an abstract representation of two lovers. The piece is carved from one piece of soapstone and is about 6 inches tall.Meet the Artisans Our Soapstone is carved by the artists of SMOLArt a group of artists who live in the rural village of Tabaka, Kenya, the heart of soapstone crafts. The name, a...

Hand carved from soapstone, this sculpture features an abstract representation of two lovers. The piece is carved from one piece of soapstone and is about 6 inches tall.Meet the Artisans Our Soapstone is carved by the artists of SMOLArt a group of artists who live in the rural village of Tabaka, Kenya, the heart of soapstone crafts. The name, a...

Hand carved from cream-colored soapstone in Kenya, this nativity set has 12 pieces, the tallest of which is 6 inches tall. Variations in color and design will occur due to the nature of the stone and the individual carver.Meet the Artisans Our Soapstone is carved by the artists of SMOLArt a group of artists who live in the rural village...

Hand carved from soapstone, these sculptures feature a representation of two lovers in circle. The piece is carved from one piece of soapstone and is about 8 inches tall.Meet the Artisans Our Soapstone is carved by the artists of SMOLArt a group of artists who live in the rural village of Tabaka, Kenya, the heart of soapstone crafts. The name,...