Circle of Friends | Natural Soapstone Sculpture

Circle of Friends Natural Soapstone Sculpture - Handmade in Kenya

Celebrate the beauty of friendship and community with this touching hand-carved soapstone sculpture that depicts a stylized circle of friends joined together in unity. Each piece is individually crafted from natural African soapstone, creating a meaningful work of art that symbolizes connection, support, and the bonds that bring people together.

This versatile sculpture serves as both beautiful home décor and functional art - simply add a tealight candle to transform it into an elegant candle holder that creates a warm, inviting ambiance. The natural variations in soapstone coloring, ranging from cream to pink to gray within each piece, ensure that every sculpture is completely unique and showcases the organic beauty of this remarkable stone.

Product Details:

• Artisan Made: Hand-carved by SMOLArt cooperative artists in Tabaka, Kenya
• Natural Material: Authentic African soapstone with natural color variations (cream to pink to gray)
• Dimensions: 3" tall x 3" wide x 3" diameter
• Dual Purpose: Functions as home décor sculpture or tealight candle holder
• Fair Trade: WFTO member ensuring fair wages and ethical practices
• Traditional Tools: Carved using simple household tools and traditional "pangas"
• Natural Beauty: Each piece features unique soapstone coloring and patterns
• Community Impact: Purchase supports village development, education, and health programs
• Hand-Mined: Soapstone extracted by hand from surface mines near Kiisi, Kenya
• Artisan Finished: Hand-sanded and polished to a beautiful high gloss
• Symbolic Meaning: Represents friendship, unity, and community connection

Meet the Artisans - SMOLArt Cooperative: Established in 1990 in the rural village of Tabaka, Kenya, SMOLArt (Small, Medium, and Large Artists) brings together skilled soapstone carvers who transform raw stone into beautiful art using traditional techniques and simple tools. As a World Fair Trade Organization member, the cooperative ensures fair compensation while supporting community development projects that improve living conditions for artisan families and the entire village.