How cute can an elephant ornament be? This cute! Sitting with ears at the ready and an inquisitive trunk, this endearing soapstone ornament will make a lovely little gift for any animal lover. Decorated in a gentle swirling pattern for an interesting little desk top companion. 5 x 4.5 x 6cm Soapstone The Western Kenyan community of Kisii, near Lake Victoria is a unique source of Kisii soapstone and home to many artisans making a living through carving it. Ten Thousand Villages has purchased from Smolart since 2008. Smolart is a self-help organisation seeking to improve the lives of member carvers through marketing and logistical support. There are 200 producer members, each of whom is a stakeholder working with several home-based artisans. Thus creating home working opportunities for approximately 1,000 carvers.