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Soapstone Mother & Children Sculpture
Soapstone Mother & Children Sculpture
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This is a beautiful Haitian soapstone carvings of a mother holding her two babies, and a third child taking refuge at her feet. The sculpture is a beautiful tribute and universal depiction of maternal love. These figurines are hand-carved by Haitian Artisans, who work very hard at carving and sanding to get the perfect designs. Soapstone is found in the lands of Haiti where the people wander, searching for the rock to the surface. We hope that you will support the Haitian people through your purchase.
- Figurine Measures - 7-1/2'' high x 2-5/8'' wide x 2-3/8'' deep
Handmade in Haiti and Fair Trade imported.
To learn more about the talented fair trade artisans that hand-craft these eco-friendly home and garden items, click on "About the Artisans".
About the Artisans
About the Artisans
Ceramica Quinua, an artisan cooperative known for its social and environmental responsibility, offers steady work to six workshops and 36 families in Ayachucho, Peru. Ceramica Quinua is dedicated to decreasing the use of firewood to reduce deforestation, and as such, works primarily with clay, which is extracted from the land in a controlled manner to avoid erosion.
The artisans shape and fire their pieces in home-based workshops during their nine-hour workday. Children often sit in on the workshops during their free time in so they may learn the trade that's been passed from ancestor to ancestor. The organization also takes pride in offering health care for its craftsmen, and for sharing its environmental knowledge and conservation techniques with students at public schools.
The Quinua district is characterized by the eucalyptus and alder-scented atmosphere of its mountain and forest landscapes. The name Quinua is derived from the Qenwal plant, said to be comparable in beauty only to the Quinuin women. The unique flora and fauna that inhabit the territory are fast becoming a major tourist attraction. Unfortunately, deforestation and pollution from paint chemicals are threatening their existence.
