Explore the Symbolic Beauty of the Compass Soapstone Sculpture
Welcome a meaningful piece of African artistry into your home with our Compass Soapstone Sculpture. Far from being merely decorative, this sculpture embodies guidance and resilience, carefully hand-carved by adept artisans to both inspire and beautify your surroundings.
Artisanal Craftsmanship and Ethical Production:
- Hand-Carved Kisii Soapstone: Skillfully carved from a singular piece of Kisii soapstone, this material is exclusively found in the hills of southwestern Kenya, giving each sculpture its unique allure.
- Labor-Intensive Process: The extraction and sculpting processes involve minimal mechanical intervention, making each piece a true labor of love and dedication.
Symbolic and Decorative:
- Compass Design: Acting as a metaphorical guide, the compass design symbolizes direction and strength, rendering it an impactful present for friends or a significant piece for personal spaces.
- Versatile Decor Piece: Its natural dark grey soapstone allows the compass to seamlessly integrate with any decor style, perfect for adorning desks, shelves, or mantles.
Unique Characteristics and Dimensions:
- Natural Variations: Each sculpture is distinguished by its lighter grey tones and the natural variations of the soapstone, ensuring no two pieces are identical.
- Approximate Size: With dimensions of roughly 4-5/8" in width, 5-1/4" in height, and 1-1/2" in depth, each sculpture showcases the unparalleled nature of handcrafted art.
Sustainable and Socially Responsible:
- Fair Trade Item: This fair trade sculpture advocates for safe work environments, fair wages, and community investments for artisans.
- Empowering Artisans: Your selection of this piece aids in empowering Kenyan craftsmen, contributing towards the reduction of global poverty.
Ideal for:
- Enthusiasts of distinctive, handcrafted global art.
- Those who appreciate socially responsible and ethically produced goods.
Bring Home a Story: The Compass Soapstone Sculpture transcends mere artistic expression; it represents a profound connection to the rich cultural heritage and skilled craftsmanship of Kenyan artisans. Each piece not only enhances the aesthetic of your space but also narrates a story of effort, love, and a step towards a more equitable world.
Returns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the 'Complete Orders' link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
Shipping
We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.
When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.
Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.