Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, each dish is uniquely handmade. The artist painted a vibrant Christmas tree with etched stars and snowflakes swirling to make this a cheery scene. Makes a great, ethical gift. Product Features: * Measures approximately 4 inch diameter and 1 inch high. * Soapstone is a soft stone, making it ideal for carving into many forms. Use care when handling to avoid breakage. * Each piece has gone through multiple stages of sanding and waxing, giving the soapstone a satiny finish. * Socially responsible products that empower consumers to purchase according to their values and help alleviate global poverty. * Fair Trade is an alternative business model that values safe workplaces, fair wages and community investment. Story Behind the Art: Each sculpture is artfully hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone, found only in the hills of southwestern Kenya. Mining the soapstone from surface hills is a labor-intensive process, using little to no machinery. Laborers works with shovels, picks, axes and machetes to carve out large soapstone chucks, which are then carved into beautiful art.