Incense Holder Hamsa Soapstone Tree of Life 9x6cm

Let the first curl of incense have somewhere beautiful to land. This soapstone incense holder gives sticks and cones a small, steady stage, with falling ash gathered in the dish instead of scattering across your surface. Its Hamsa outline, Tree of Life centre and warm blocks of teal, magenta and ochre make it feel both practical and quietly symbolic.

What you’ll notice as the smoke rises

• The shallow dish keeps the ritual contained, so the focus stays on the slow thread of smoke.
• A hole at the top holds an incense stick upright, while the plate can also be used for incense cones.
• The soapstone has a smooth, earthy weight in the hand, grounding the brighter painted design.
• The Tree of Life sits at the centre like a small altar image, framed by the open palm of the Hamsa.
• Its rounded front edge softens the shape, making it easy to place on a desk, shelf or quiet corner.

Soapstone, colour and carved-symbol style

Made from soapstone, it has the calm, mineral feel that suits an incense ritual well. The visible design combines a hand-shaped Hamsa with a central Tree of Life, picked out in pale linework against rich colour. It is decorative enough to leave out between uses, not just bring out when incense is burning.

How to use it with sticks or cones

For incense sticks, place the bare end into the holder hole and let the ash fall into the dish. For cones, set the cone on the plate area, leaving clear space around it as it burns.

Use it on a stable, heat-safe surface and keep it away from loose fabrics, papers and draughts. Let ash and any residue cool fully before emptying.

The Hamsa and the Tree of Life

The Hamsa is a hand-shaped symbol found across Jewish, Islamic and wider Middle Eastern visual culture, traditionally associated with protection and blessing. The Tree of Life appears in many spiritual and artistic traditions as an image of growth, rootedness and connection. Here, the two motifs meet in a compact incense holder, bringing together the idea of a guarded space with the image of living branches. It makes a fitting piece for meditation, reflection, or the simple daily habit of lighting incense before a room settles for the evening.

Size and details

Measures 9 x 6 cm and weighs 135 g. Made from soapstone in India, with a holder hole for incense sticks and a dish-style surface suitable for incense cones.

A thoughtful ritual gift

A lovely gift for someone who burns incense, keeps a meditation corner, or enjoys symbolic home objects with a natural material feel. The Hamsa and Tree of Life design gives it meaning without needing a large space.

Common questions

Is this incense holder heated or electric?
No. It is an unheated holder. The incense stick or cone is lit separately, and the holder supports it while catching ash.

Can I use it for backflow cones?
It is intended for incense sticks and regular incense cones. Backflow cones need a burner shaped to guide the falling smoke, which this design does not show.

How should I clean the soapstone?
Wait until everything is fully cool, then empty the ash and wipe the surface with a soft dry cloth. Avoid soaking it or using harsh cleaners.