Spirit trees, torn and twisted by the relentless winds of the Western Pacific storms, like rocks, have withstood the test of time. They stand in silent vigil over the remaining forests, adapting in their own way to the changes brought on by man and nature. They serve to remind us of the resilience and strength of nature. Let this commemorative Sprit Tree live in your world as a way of honoring the majestic trees that have graced our western shores. Height 10 inches by Width 8 inches. Soapstone is a strong metamorphic rock largely composed of the mineral talc and is rich in magnesium. It is produced by metamorphosis and occurs at the areas where tectonic plates are subducted, changing rocks by heat and pressure. It has been a medium for carving for thousands of years.
