Hand Carved Cambodian Soapstone Buddha Statue 9" Item #1cm5
Materials: Soapstone, Steatite
Origin: Hand Carved in Cambodia
Height: 9 inches, 22.86 cm
Width: 7 inches, 17.78 cm
Depth: 3 inches, 7.62 cm
Weight: 6 pounds
Description
Soapstone also known as "steatite" or "soaprock" is a stone which is notable for its high degree of resistance to heat. In Cambodia, soapstone, which mostly comes from the province of Pursat (in the western part of the country) has been used to carve religious effigies since the 17th century. Any variation in the color of the stone is inherent to the very nature of the material, its array varies from yellow-green to gray and deep purple.
This sculpture is a one of a kind statue, hand carved by the artists of Cambodia. Every piece is truly unique!