Red Kuba Pattern Kisii Soapstone Heart Dish
Working with soft soapstone found in the Kisii District of Kenya, Gusii artisans hand carve stone dishes into a simple heart shape. Artisans in a Nairobi workshop give the plain stone pieces character by hand dyeing the stone a rich red and blue, and adding incised details reminiscent of the patterns on Kuba cloth.
Sold singly. This is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 6″L x 6″W x 0.5″H
Crafted from: Soapstone, non-toxic dye
Made in: Kenya
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