Blue Soapstone Dinosaurs | Kenya

$5.00

$9.00

SKU: AK4080

Size:

2" 4"

Variant

These cheerful pink dinosaurs are hand-carved from soapstone by artisans in Kisii, Kenya. Available in two sizes, so you can pick one or pair a big and a little to start your own dino family.

Each one is shaped and finished by hand in about three hours, so every dinosaur is a little different. It’s an easy gift for the dinosaur fan in your life, a fun accent for a kids’ room or desk, and a purchase that supports the carving community that made it.

Sizes: Small, approx. 2" long (teal blue); Large, approx. 4" long (turquoise blue)
Material: Kisii soapstone
Made in: Kisii, Kenya
Handmade: about 3 hours of carving per piece
Care: wipe clean with a dry cloth
Sold individually

Each piece is handmade, so color, markings and size will vary slightly. Decorative item, not a toy; not suitable for children under 3.

Measurements: (length)
Small 2” - Teal Blue
Large 4” - Ocean Blue

Made in: Kenya

Material

Soapstone

Dimension

See product description

Product Care Instructions

Wipe clean with a dry cloth

Origin

Kisii, Kenya

Time to make

3 hours

Blue Soapstone Dinosaurs | Kenya

$5.00

$9.00

meet the maker

Soapstone Carvers of Kenya

📍Kisii, Kenya

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In the rolling hills of Kisii, Kenya, artisans have been hand-carving soapstone for generations, transforming this beautifully soft local stone into sculptural objects of remarkable character and craftsmanship. Quarried by hand and shaped using time-honored techniques, each piece celebrates the natural beauty of the stone, with its soft tonal variations and organic finish making every carving entirely unique.

What began as a regional craft has grown into an internationally recognized art form, thanks in part to the vision of a pioneering Kenyan couple who helped bring Kisii soapstone to a global audience. By creating sustainable export opportunities while honoring traditional craftsmanship, they helped transform a local artisanal practice into a thriving source of livelihood for carving communities across the region. Today, these handcrafted pieces continue to support skilled artisans and preserve one of Kenya’s most iconic creative traditions—bringing authentic functional art from Kisii into homes around the world.