Compass Soapstone Sculpture, Light Gray Stone

Find your direction. This hand-carved soapstone compass is more than a desk piece — it’s a metaphor made tangible. Carved from light gray Kisii soapstone by artisans in southwestern Kenya, it blends beautifully with any decor and carries the quiet meaning of a guiding point: a reminder of strength, purpose, and the direction you’re headed.

A standout gift for men, graduates, travelers, or anyone navigating something new.

• 2-piece set
• Approx. 4⅝" wide × 5¼" tall × 1½" deep
• Stone: Light gray Kisii soapstone with natural variation
• Finish: Multi-stage hand-sanding and waxing for a smooth, satiny surface
• Fair trade — safe workplaces, fair wages, community investment

The Story Behind the Art

Kisii soapstone exists nowhere else on earth but the hills of southwestern Kenya. Artisans mine it by hand and carve each piece with patience and skill. Every sculpture is a Fair Trade creation that supports living wages and the communities where these artisans live and work.

Each piece is carved from natural stone — slight variation in size and color is natural and expected.