



Hand Carved Soapstone Frog Bookends (Pair), "Happy Hoppy Frog"
Cheerful frogs sit back to back, proudly holding books in place. Expertly hand-carved by Gulam Rasool, the bookends showcase natural soapstone's innate beauty.
- 3.88 kgs
- 8.6 lbs
- Each: 15.4 cm H x 13.5 cm W x 7.5 cm D
- Each: 6" H x 5.25" W x 3" D
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Reviews by Customers

Verified Reviewer
02/19/2018
"Beautiful, beautiful book ends"





My wife bought these for my birthday and I just love the artistry. The soapstone material is unique, the carving beautiful, and the weight is perfect for holding books. This is the kind of possession you pass on to your children.
Best Uses
- Book ends
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Happy Hoppy Frog, Hand Carved Soapstone Frog Bookends (Pair)
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Gift Occasion:
- This was a gift for: Husband
- Occasion: birthday

Verified Reviewer
01/16/2021
"Excellent Craftmanship! Unique!"





Beautiful craftsmanship and always gets a ton of complaints! Great purchase!
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Verified Reviewer
01/15/2021
"I will cherish this forever!!"





This is Beautiful..Elephants are among my favorite and they come out so well on this design. The artist should be proud as the work is unbelieveable..and his talent is over the top.
Best Uses
- To hold treasures that are dear to me
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Verified Reviewer
01/10/2021
"delicate tea lights"





They were given as a gift and they are beautiful, very well crafted. I would love to have them for myself.
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Verified Reviewer
01/08/2021
"Love it"





Beautiful item. What a craftmanship.
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Elephant Procession, Artisan Crafted Jali Soapstone Jewelry Box
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Verified Reviewer
01/04/2021
"elephant collecting"





Novica has wonderful carved stone elephants and this is a very good one. Little fella inside as well.
Purchased Item:
Elephant Interior, Jali Elephant Alabaster Sculpture from India
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Your Purchase Makes a Difference!
Close to his eightieth birthday, Gulam continues the art he learned from his elders. His father was an marble carver and jali artisan honored with the state award for excellence. Gulam has been honored with the same distinction. He still works alongside his son and other artisans to whom he has taught this craft, and treasures the role he plays in continuing this important Indian artistic tradition.
Gulam Rasool has received 4 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $1800.
Nearing his eighth decade, master stone sculptor Gulam Rasool continues to provide for his family, especially his grandchildren.
This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.
Gulam is proud to be able to help provide for his grandchildren's education.
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"After years of hard work, I was honored with a state award for excellence…. Today, I am proud to mention that I have earned a name for myself in the art of jali work."