Kenya Kisii Soapstone Nativity 12 Piece Set

Beautiful, handmade nativity set from Kenya. Artfully hand-carved by artisans in Western Kenya. . This is great for wedding, showers or the nativity collector.

Largest piece is approx. 6 inches tall. 12 pieces. Product Features: Due to the handmade nature, actual size of each piece will vary slightly. Stone Color will vary from set to set. Soapstone is a soft stone, making it easy to carve into many forms. Handle with care to avoid breakage. Fair Trade. Variety of communities carve the statue; expect designs variations/color variation in the natural stone.

Story Behind the Art: Kisii soapstone is one of the most well-known artforms from East Africa. A hand-carved piece of art from the Kisii region of Kenya is a real treasure. Soapstone is mined from the Tabaka Hills and then carved by talented artisans into many designs that are beautiful and Soapstone nativity sets.