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SKU: 5403060

SKU# 5403060

Carved stone box holds your treasures or makes a beautiful gift. Stone carvers in Vietnam carve this intricate Tree of Life design in soapstone, polish the design until smooth, and finish it with a color stain to accentuate the detail. Nguyen Tien Dung, a master craftsman, transforms the lives of marginalized and underprivileged young men in Hanoi, Vietnam by teaching them the fine art of stone carving and employing them in his workshop. Many of the artisans were unable to go to school, or to finish their education due to economic hardship. Through a partnership with Nguyen Van To School, the carvers attend classes, participate in a literacy-training program and gain valuable handicraft skills. It takes artisans one year to become fully trained in the art of stone carving. As the carvers improve their skills and gain more experience, their salaries are increased to reflect this growth. They specialize in stone boxes and figurines.
  • Hand-carved soapstone
  • 5Lx4Wx3H inches
  • Made in Vietnam

UPC Code: 732919409154

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Artisan Group: Craft Link
Country: Vietnam

Craft Link, a nonprofit organization, works with Vietnamese artisans to generate income, with a focus on ethnic minorities, street children and artisans with disabilities.

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