Nativity, Hand carved in Kenya

Description

This adorable Fair Trade nativity set comes in three pieces and is carved from soapstone and hand painted in bright colours.

Most of the world’s soapstone originates from Kisii in the western highlands of Kenya and so is home to the best soapstone artisans and carvers. Before starting work the stone must be immersed in water to make it 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.

These sets are all individual and come in a variety of colours and patterns, so your set may be any combination of a wide range of colours and patterns.

  For each sale of this nativity, three mangrove trees will be planted in a Kenyan reforestation project.