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Red Hippo Large Heavy Soapstone Statue Tabaka, Kenya "House Hippo"
USD 55.00
Condition: Used
Description
View Red Hippo Large Heavy Soapstone Statue Tabaka, Kenya "House Hippo" with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Red Kenyan Hand Carved & Painted Soapstone Hippo Vintage MCM Cubistic. Material: Soapstone with red paint.Size: 5" tall and 8" length. It weighs 5.39 pounds. Condition: A red soapstone house hippo is a hand-carved, smooth stone figurine originating from the Kisii region of Kenya, traditionally crafted by local artisan cooperatives like SMOLArt or Tabaka. Key DetailsMaterial: Natural Kisii soapstone, known for its heavy, smooth feel.Appearance: Painted in a vibrant garnet-red or burnt-orange hue, often featuring hand-etched or dotted detailing.Purpose: Frequently used as a decorative paperweight or collectibleCommunity Impact: Most pieces are produced under fair-trade principles to support local Kenyan carvers and artisan families. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Cultures & Ethnicities › African › 1900-Now › Other African Collectibles.
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- Ownership History Not Available
- Country of Origin
- Kenya
- Handmade
- Yes
- Modified Item
- No
- Culture
- African
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