Ukama' Family of 4 - Soapstone, Kenya

Kenya's soapstone is found in the highlands of the Kisii district Western Kenya. The artisans produce each piece of art without the assistance of any mechanical device - all by hand! Excavation of the raw quarry stone, carving, polishing, painting and etching the piece are all done manually. Each work of art is individual and a reflection of the artists' creativity and ingenuity. This one is stained black.

Dimensions: 10" H