I'm completely new to soapmaking and this forum, so I have have been going through the pics in the gallery gaining a new appreciation for this art. I've watched hundreds of videos, tutorials, etc over the years though. And in all honesty this is the most beautiful soap I've ever seen. Not just because of the skill level and beauty, but everything (IMHO) is perfect about it. The colors, the name, the picture, the scent, OMG. It is a perfect package and so sophisticated. I agree, I would never use it as soap.
It makes me think immediately of an adobe or earthen shelter somewhere on the African continent. Very few soaps take me to a time, place, smell, emotion, experience at first glance. This one certainly does. For me THAT is what sets it apart from other soaps that may have similar technique. I love it...it's perfect.