Moor's Head In Caltagirone Ceramic Lady Vase Ornament Home Decoration

Description: Moor's head Lady in Caltagirone ceramic hand made VaseMoor's head Lady with crown matt beige.The perfect features of the face give a touch of refinement to this wonderful Vase . The personalized and exclusive enamel gives each of our pieces an element of absolute uniqueness and originality. The traditional Sicilian Moor's head with a modern design, a less Baroque style, more linear and slender both in the facial features and in the decorations. The colors are also innovative.A very versatile piece of furniture that adapts perfectly to any style of furniture: from a more classic and traditional furniture to a more rustic or refined one.Height 25 cmAlso available for LadyWHY TO BUY SOFIA CERAMICS FROM CALTAGIRONE. For each object strictly follows 6 long processing steps, For each of these phases we dedicate the utmost care in every detail so that the final product is the result of a unique, inimitable and unchanged work over time. 1) Turning and modeling: to give shape to the majolica, hand made process e Not with molds. 2) Drying: Our products are subjected to slow, gradual and natural drying without sudden changes in temperature, in order to expel all the water contained in the clay, 3) First cooking: With ovens that reach temperatures estimated at about 1000 ° for 13 hours. 4) Glazing: in which the products acquire a totally white color based on oxides and kaolin, So ready to pass into the hands of the decorators who will give color and style to the creations. The colors used in our laboratories are designed and studied both for color tones and for effect, 5) Decoration: The Decorative phase is characterized by giving style to our creations with shades of colors studied and made by us in the laboratory. Colors, shapes and style are the goal to personalize our SOFIA brand. 6) Second firing: The second firing is the most important phase where everything that is cooked at the set temperatures acquires luster and brightness, thus enhancing shapes and colors. Through special techniques the chiaroscuro is highlighted on the crystallized effect of the majolica, inspired by the great master CARAVAGGIO. A third black phase is then used, thus making our ceramics even more characteristic with a particular reference to the classic style of Caltagirone majolica; always associated with our ideas we give notes and colors that can link the classic with the modern. For that our laboratory is in Caltagirone and all our creations are stamped with our brand on the base and signed in fire. To certify that every single object has gone through the six processing stages that make it authentic and unalterable over time and that has passed rigorous quality controls. For this reason the SOFIA ceramic objects from Caltagirone are real artwork.Caltagirone: city of ceramicsThe name Caltagirone derives from the Arabic term Qal'at al Ghiran, which means "Rocca dei Vases ". The processing of ceramics in the territory of Caltagirone dates back to the Neolithic. The imprint of the various peoples who colonized the Sicily over the centuries it is also perceived in the processing of ceramics, despite this the ceramists in their art have always brought out the Sicilian character. The art of Sicilian ceramic processing has been handed down from generation to generation.The peculiarities of the product depend on the skills of the master potter, from his creativity and attention to detail, which is a guarantee of exclusivity of the piece.The story of the beautiful Sicilian girl and the legend of Moor's headIt is said that in Palermo, around the year 1100 (period of the domination of the Moors in Sicily at the Kalsa), a beautiful girl lived in a palace who loved to spend her days taking care of the flowers and plants on her balcony. One day, passing through the Kalsa, a young dark-haired man saw the beautiful girl, intent on taking care of the plants, he fell in love with her, he decided to want her for himself, without delay he entered the girl's house and declared his love for her. The girl, struck by so much feeling, returned the young man's love, but when she learned that the Moor would leave her to return to his lands in the East, where a wife with children was waiting for her, she waited for the darkness and as soon as it fell asleep killed him, cut off his head, made a Vase of it where he planted some basil and put it on display outside on the balcony. The dark, so, not being able to go away would always remain with her. Meanwhile, the basil grew luxuriantly and aroused the envy of all the inhabitants of the neighborhood. Not to be outdone, they had terracotta Vases built in the shape of Moor's head .Other rooms decorated with our "Moor's heads" Terms of saleEach object is accompanied by a guarantee certificate and is punched and signed on the underside, which certifies its originality and origin. Our products are made entirely by hand, so some small imperfections are not to be considered defects, but proof of the uniqueness of the piece.The object you will receive may differ slightly from the photo, another proof of the handwork of each work.The article will be made to order. For this reason Refunds for afterthought are not accepted.Times maximum production time: 15 working daysIf you need delivery before the deadlinesyou can contact us for availability or exact timing. For shipments to Canada, the United States and Russia, the travel time is 7 to 15 business days.If you need faster delivery, please contact us we will give you a faster service quote.Free return within 14 days of delivery in case of an object different from the description, broken or defective,Promptly notify, maximum within 8 days in the event of damage during transport.IMPORTANT: The goods travel insured and it is carefully and carefully packaged and checked before shipment. Sign the courier receipt always subject to reservations, items that show damage during transport will be replaced only in the case of conditional reception. Shipping costs are not valid for Northern Ireland, islands and overseas territories, both in Europe and America. Before payment contact us for a quote.The products sold are not subject to any import tax or customs duty, if the product is sold and delivered in Italy or within the European Union.In the case of deliveries to countries outside the European Union, the products may be subject to import taxes and / or customs duties depending on the type of product and the country of destination. For more information, you can contact eBay customer service or your country's customs office.In all cases, any costs related to import taxes and / or customs duties will be borne by the buyer. A third black phase is then used, thus making our ceramics even more characteristic with a particular reference to the classic style of Caltagirone majolica; always associated with our ideas we give notes and colors that can link the classic with the modern. One day, passing through the Kalsa, a young dark-haired man saw the beautiful girl, intent on taking care of the plants, he fell in love with her, he decided to want her for himself, without delay he entered the girl's house and declared his love for her. The girl, struck by so much feeling, returned the young man's love, but when she learned that the Moor would leave her to return to his lands in the East, where a wife with children was waiting for her, she waited for the darkness and as soon as it fell asleep killed him, cut off A third black phase is then used, thus making our ceramics even more characteristic with a particular reference to the classic style of Caltagirone majolica; always associated with our ideas we give notes and colors that can link the classic with the modern. One day, passing through the Kalsa, a young dark-haired man saw the beautiful girl, intent on taking care of the plants, he fell in love with her, he decided to want her for himself, without delay he entered the girl's house and declared his love for her. The girl, struck by so much feeling, returned the young man's love, but when she learned that the Moor would leave her to return to his lands in the East, where a wife with children was waiting for her, she waited for the darkness and as soon as it fell asleep killed him, cut off

Price: 202.64 USD

Location: Caltagirone

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