Soapstone Kenya Nativity Sculpture of Holy Family under Christmas Tree

Soapstone Kenya Nativity Sculpture of Holy Family under Christmas TreeHand carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone, this creche nativity scene depicts Baby Jesus, Mary and Jospeh set under a Christmas tree. A hand carved piece of art from the Kisii region of Kenya is a real treasure. 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. This is a small piece of art.

"Samaki" means fish

bicycles are used as public transportation (you ride on a padded rack on the back) and are named for the bikes used to transport people across the border between Uganda and Kenya -- from border to border

Each set comes with an information card point of sale display

anniversary

The letter "O" is depicted with a Nativity scene

The bone accent is crafted using the batik process which is an age old art used in Africa

Materials: Cotton

A fun game for the entire family

long-lasting appearance

Dimensions: When closed

Measures 2 1/2 -inches in diameter

Pillow insert not included