Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, these rainbow trinket dishes are a colorful catchall for your small items. Keep one for yourself and share the joy with someone else. Rainbows are symbolic of peace and serenity. This also serves as a comfort gift to someone going through a difficult time or suffering from a loss. It is a reminder that those around you offer support. The rainbow is a symbol to hold on to hope the sun will break through after the rain. Product Features: Set of 2, Measures approximately 5 in. L. Hand-painted in a bright, cheerful colors of the rainbow. Soapstone is a soft stone, making it easy to carve into many forms. Handle with care to avoid breakage. Each piece has gone through multiple stages of sanding and waxing, giving the soapstone a satiny finish. Socially responsible products that empower consumers to purchase according to their values and help alleviate global poverty. Fair Trade is an alternative business model that values safe workplaces, fair wages and community investment for factory employees. Story Behind the Art: Each sculpture is artfully hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone, found only in the hills of southwestern Kenya. Mining the soapstone from surface hills is a labor-intensive process, using little to no machinery. Laborers works with shovels, picks, axes and machetes to carve out large soapstone chucks, which are then carved into beautiful art. Color: Blue.