Soapstone Animal Pot

These brightly coloured pots are made from Kenyan soapstone and have been hand carved by highly skilled artisans. Each pot has been hand painted in a bright colour and then etched with an animal design. They each come with lids and are a great size for keeping your trinkets or keys in. Most of the worlds soapstone originates from Kisii in the western highlands of Kenya and so is home to the best soapstone artisans and carvers. The talc in soapstone is soft to touch, hence the name. Before starting work the stone must be immersed in water to make it even softer and therefore easier to work with. Using a hammer and chisel the main shape is carved out and colour then added. A smaller knife, known as a Kisu, is then used for the engraved design or illustration.

Specifications: 10. 5cm ø

Origin: Kenya