Kenya Soapstone Nativity Set and Banana Fiber Barn, 13-piece Set

This hand-carved soapstone nativity set is a wonderful way to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas! Features a 12-piece set of figurines hand-carved from Kenyan soapstone and a banana-fiber barn that doubles as storage when not on display. Figurines include Mary, Joseph, Baby Jesus, Wisemen, Shepherd, Angel and assorted animals.  The tallest soapstone figurine measures approximately 6-inches tall.  Banana fiber barn measures xx" by xx" Barn features doors that open to store the figurines. Each piece is made from natural stone. Color variations can range from cream to pink to gold to gray in any single piece Soapstone is a soft stone, making it easy to carve into many forms. Handle with care to avoid breakage. Each piece has gone through multiple stages of sanding and waxing, giving the soapstone a satiny finish. The 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 f