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Vases Moor's head Ceramic Caltagirone Lady Vase Ornament White Lemons

Description: Moor's head Lady Vase with handmade crown in Caltagirone ceramic  Moor's head Lady with crown and colored white lemons.The traditional Sicilian Moor's head with a modern design, a less Baroque style, more linear and streamlined both in facial features and decorations.The perfect features of the face give an intriguing touch to this wonderful Vase .  The exclusive glaze of Sofia ceramics gives each of our pieces an element of uniqueness and absolute originality. A very versatile furnishing accessory that adapts perfectly to any furnishing style: from the most classic and traditional to the more rustic or refined one.It is also a wonderful plant or flower Vase that can also embellish your balcony, porch or entrance.Height 40 cm  Matching men's also available. WHY BUY SOFIA DI CALTAGIRONE CERAMICS. Therefore each object rigorously follows 6 long manufacturing stages, For each of these phases we dedicate the utmost care to every detail so that the final product is the result of a unique, inimitable and unaltered work over time.  1) Turning and modeling: to give shape to the majolica, a process carried out by hand and Not with molds. 2) Drying: Our products are subjected to slow, gradual and natural drying without temperature changes, in order to expel all the water contained in the clay, 3) First cooking: With ovens that reach temperatures estimated at approximately 1000° for 13 hours.   4) Enamelling: in which the products acquire a totally white color based on oxides and kaolin,      Ready to pass into the hands of decorators who will give color and style to the creations.      The colors used in our laboratories are designed and studied both for color shades and for effect,   5) Decoration:  The Decorative phase is characterized by giving style to our creations with shades of colors studied and created by us in the laboratory. Colors, shapes and style are the goal to make our SOFIA brand personal.   6) Second cooking: The second cooking is the most important phase where everything cooked at the established temperatures acquires shine and brightness, thus enhancing shapes and colors.    Through particular techniques, the chiaroscuro is highlighted on the crystallized effect of the majolica, inspired by the great master CARAVAGGIO.   A third phase of black color 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. Therefore our laboratory is in Caltagirone and all our creations are punched with our brand on the base and fire-signed.  To certify that every single object has gone through the six processing phases that make it authentic and unalterable over time and which has passed rigorous quality controls. The peculiarities of the product depend on the skills of the master ceramist, by his creativity and attention to detail, which is a guarantee of the exclusivity of the piece.For this reason the ceramic objects of Caltagirone SOFIA are real artwork. Discover them all in our eBay shop in the category reserved for Caltagirone ceramics.Pdraw inspiration from these photos and choose your " Moor's head "   Caltagirone: city of ceramics The name Caltagirone derives from the Arabic term Qal'at al Ghiran, which means "Fortress of Vases ". Ceramic manufacturing in the Caltagirone area 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, ceramists have always brought out the Sicilian character in their art. The art of Sicilian ceramic manufacturing has been handed down from generation to generation.The story of the beautiful Sicilian girl and the legend of the Moor's headIt is said that in Palermo, around the year 1100 (period of the domination of the Moors in Sicily at the Kalsa), there lived in a palace a beautiful girl 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 and decided he wanted her for himself. Without hesitation he entered the girl's house and declared his love for her. The girl, struck by so much feeling, reciprocated the young man's love, but when she knew that the Moor would leave her to return to his lands in the East, where a wife with children was waiting for him, she waited for the darkness and as soon as he As he fell asleep, he killed him, cut off his head, made a Vase of it, planted basil in it and put it on display outside on the balcony. The dark-haired man, thus, no longer being able to leave, 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 made in the shape of Moor's head .Other environments decorated with our "Moor's Heads"    Conditions of saleEach object is accompanied by a certificate of guarantee and is hallmarked and signed underneath, which certifies its originality and origin. Our products are entirely handmade, which is why 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 handcrafting of each work.The item will be made to order. For this reason We do not accept refunds for change of mind.Times maximums production: 15 working daysIf you need delivery before the deadlineyou can contact us to find out availability or exact timing.  For shipments to Canada, the United States and Russia, travel time ranges from 7 to 15 working days.If you need faster delivery, please contact us and we will give you the quote for a faster service.Free returns within 14 days of delivery in case of item different from the description, broken or defective,Notify us promptly, maximum within 8 days in case of damage during transport.IMPORTANT: The goods travel insured and it is carefully and carefully packaged and checked before shipping. Sign the courier receipt Always subject to reservation, items damaged during transport will be replaced only in the case of reception with reservations. Shipping costs are not valid for Northern Ireland, overseas islands and territories, both in Europe and America. Before paying, 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 relating to import taxes and/or customs duties will be borne by the buyer.  A third phase of black color 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 and decided he wanted her for himself. Without hesitation he entered the girl's house and declared his love for her. The girl, struck by so much feeling, reciprocated the young man's love, but when she knew that the Moor would leave her to return to his lands in the East, where a wife with children was waiting for him, she waited for the darkness and as soon as he As he fell aslee

Price: 378.62 USD

Location: Caltagirone

End Time: 2024-08-06T17:39:50.000Z

Shipping Cost: 102.83 USD

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Item Specifics

Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer

All returns accepted: Returns Accepted

Item must be returned within: 30 Days

Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)

Return policy details:

Features: Sculpture made by love, Punching, Guarantee of authenticity, Signature in focus, Moor's head decorative

Additional Parts Required: No

handcrafted: Yes

Color: White

Material: ceramics of Caltagirone

Unit Type: Vase

MPN: Does not apply

Vintage: No

Country of manufacture: Italy

Mounting: Independent, Washbasin, no

Room: Dining Room, Balcony, Bedroom, entrance hall, Living Room, Study, lounge area, Kitchen, Colonnaded, Office

Brand: Caltagirone

antique: No

Department: Adult

Style: Modern

sub shape: Moor's head

Finish: Polished

Theme: Sicilian tradition

stack height or base heights: 40 cm

Product Line: Moor's heads

Type: Does not apply

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