Family Kisii Stone Sculpture

Commemorate your life together with this kisii stone sculpture! Handcrafted by skilled artisans, the family sculpture is a beautiful piece celebrating the togetherness of family. The satiny finish of kisii is achieved through multiple stages of sanding, then waxing. 

Materials: Kisii stone 
Please Note: Due to the handcrafted nature of our products, slight variations enhance authenticity
Dimensions: 3.25"W (widest part) x 5"H inches

Maker: SMOLArt

About: Kisii soapstone is one of the most well-known art forms 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 some functional.  Laborers work with shovels, picks, axes and machetes to carve out large soapstone chucks.  The large pieces of stone are cut using pangas (large knives) and then brought to the workshop for carving and finishing.  

The soapstone from the Tabaka Hills come in a range of colors from white to pink to grey.  As it is crafted, it goes through multiple stages of sanding and waxing which gives the soapstone a satiny finish. Each etching is intricately carved by hand.