Smaller version of the Entwined Soapstone Hearts. This sweet piece is artfully hand-carved from a single piece of natural soapstone.  The craftsmanship needed to take one piece of stone and create two intertwined hearts should be applauded.  It's a beautiful, yet simple piece that complements any space adding great texture and layering. 

The natural stone ranges in colour and variegation from piece to piece.  Colors will range from a whiter to earthy to pink. If you would like to preview before ordering, please reach out.

• Each heart measures 3 inches (approx)
• Due to the handmade nature, actual size will vary slightly 
• Soapstone is a soft stone, making it easy to carve into many forms
• Handle with care to avoid breakage
  

Because a variety of communities carve the statue, expect design variations with colour variation due to the natural stone.   

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 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 comes in a range of colours 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.