Kisii Stone is the newest soapstone that I use. This beautiful stone is found near the village of Kisii in the Tabaka Hills of Western Kenya. It ranges in color from deep gold to rich burgundy, pale pink to mauve and black to creamy white. Each piece has it's own unique combination of color and patterns. The various patterns running through it are formed as different minerals (particularly iron) leach through the stone as it sits underground. You will often see dancers and family groups made by native carvers from the Kisii tribe of Kenya for sale in African gift shops. | 
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