Animal Chess Set - Soapstone, 15" board
| Article number: | Made in Kenya |
| Availability: | In stock |
Crafted by African artisans in Western Kenya using traditional techniques, this soapstone chess set will become a conversation piece during play or on display! The board is 15" square inlaid with pink and white soapstone. Each piece is hand carved in either pink or white soapstone. Due to the natural characteristics of soapstone, the colors will vary.
Who Made It: These Soapstone products are carved by the artists of SMOLArt, a group of artists who live in the rural village of Tabaka, Kenya, the heart of soapstone crafts. Soapstone is mined from the area surrounding Kiisi, Kenya and is delivered to carvers who carve sculptures from the natural stone. Once carved, the craftspeople smooth rough edges of the soapstone with sandpaper dipped in water and polished using a high gloss or painted in brilliant colors with etched accents.
Materials: Soapstone
Dimensions
Chess Board: 15" L x 15" W x 0.25" H
Game Pieces: 2.25" - 3.5" Tall
A natural stone, color variations are to be expected and enjoyed for the one-of-a-kind beauty. Due to the handmade nature of this item, each is unique and will vary slightly.
Handcrafted in Kenya
