Holy Family Soapstone Christmas Nativity Set - Hand-Carved in Kenya

Hand-carved by African artisans from Kisii soapstone, this sleek and modern sculpture set features a 5-piece Nativity that includes Mary, Joseph, the Baby Jesus, and animals. Due to the variety of communities involved in carving the figurines, variations in design are to be expected and appreciated as a unique characteristic of each handmade piece. Photos provide a representation of the pieces.

The set includes 5 figurines hand-carved from natural soapstone with color variations ranging from creamy white to pink to grey to gold in each piece. The tallest piece measures approximately 4 inches tall, while the smallest piece is approximately 1.25 inches tall with a diameter of approximately 1 inch. Baby Jesus measures approximately 1.5 inches in length by 1 inch in width. The handmade nature of the pieces means that the actual size may vary slightly.

Soapstone, known for its softness, allows for easy carving into various forms. It is important to handle the pieces with care to avoid breakage. Each piece has been through multiple stages of sanding and waxing to achieve a satiny finish.

This socially responsible product empowers consumers to make purchases according to their values and contributes to alleviating global poverty. The Fair Trade business model ensures safe workplaces, fair wages, and community investment for factory employees. Each sculpture is skillfully hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone, which is found exclusively in the hills of southwestern Kenya. The process of mining the soapstone from surface hills is labor-intensive, with minimal machinery used. Laborers utilize shovels, picks, axes, and machetes to carve large soapstone chunks into beautiful art.

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