Soapstone Hand-Carved Chess Set in Box - Safari Animal Pieces - Grey/Natural Stone

Soapstone Hand-Carved Chess Set in Box - Safari Animal Pieces - Grey/Natural StoneCrafted 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 features square inlay pieces of dark gray and natural soapstone. Each safari animal piece is hand carved in either gray or natural off white soapstone. Due to the natural characteristics of soapstone, the colors will vary. The game pieces are approximately 2. 25 to 3. 5 inches tall.

The elephant is carved trunk-up with a star on its back to radiate the light from a candle

Featuring a grazing cow at the base

The artwork features a 3 inch deep "chair"

Games Pieces included: pegs in a cloth bag

Sterling silver hooks

or any corner that needs a burst of happiness

whose world revolves around its colony

Whimsical and ethical gift

Each gnome's unique style lends an air of character that will charm you during the holiday season

this creche nativity scene depicts Baby Jesus

The Art of Felting: The first step to creating these beautiful felt pieces begins with gathering some of the world’s finest sheep’s wool from New Zealand

The sisal is intricately wrapped around grass or banana leaves