


Modern Sicilian ceramic "Moor's head" from Caltagirone

All works are fire-signed and hand-modeled and decorated.
The production times of the product vary from 10 to 20 days , depending on the availability and the complexity of the workmanship. Each item is made to order , especially for you, following an artisanal process that values attention to detail and the use of high-quality materials. This approach allows us to offer you a unique product , which reflects the care and passion of true craftsmanship. Choosing a customized product means accepting slightly longer production times, but with the certainty of receiving an exclusive and unrepeatable object .
Discover the timeless elegance of Caltagirone's Moorish heads with this magnificent handcrafted creation. Crafted from high-quality ceramic, this Moorish head depicts a man wearing a turban and stands 45 cm tall. The turban is decorated with antiqued mother-of-pearl and enhanced with gold and lustre details, lending a touch of refinement and brilliance to the work.
Product Features:
- Material: High-quality ceramic with an antiqued mother-of-pearl finish and gold details. This combination of materials ensures not only durability but also a refined, sophisticated aesthetic.
- Dimensions: At 45cm tall, this Moor's head is ideal for display on shelves, coffee tables, or in display cases, becoming the focal point of any room.
- Unique Design: The work depicts a man wearing a turban, a symbol of Sicilian tradition and culture. Every detail is meticulously crafted to best represent the history and art of Caltagirone.
- Versatile Decoration: This Moor's Head is perfect for decorating living rooms, entryways, or as a centerpiece in a collection. Its imposing and sophisticated presence adds a touch of elegance and style to any space.
A Piece of History and Art
This Moor's head is more than just a decorative object, but a true piece of Sicilian history and culture. Each piece is handmade by skilled artisans, following traditional Caltagirone ceramic techniques. The attention to detail and the use of fine materials make each Moor's head a unique and one-of-a-kind work of art.
Bring the charm and tradition of Caltagirone into your home with this splendid ceramic Moor's head. A perfect addition for those who want to combine elegance and tradition in their decor.
Ceramiche Sofia, owned by the Intonato brothers Nicola and Giuseppe Intonato, is a company in Caltagirone (Sicily, Italy) that produces artistic majolica. The manufacturing process that leads to the creation of our ceramics is divided into six important phases: turning, drying, first firing, glazing, decoration, and aging.
For each of these phases, we dedicate the utmost attention to every detail so that the final product is the result of a unique, inimitable work that remains unchanged over time.
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All pieces are fire-branded, with a certificate of guarantee, modeled and decorated by hand. Production times may vary based on availability, as each product is made to order to ensure quality and unique craftsmanship.
The process of creating our ceramics is divided into various meticulously curated phases, ensuring that each finished product is a unique and eternal work of art.
100% artisanal ceramic
For almost 20 years Sofia La Maiolica of Caltagirone has been involved in the artisanal production of unique majolica pieces, decorated and modeled by hand. They are inspired by the classic style of Caltagirone ceramics from all eras, made with unique glazes that recall the origins of the oriental world in which the colors were produced by the fusion of kaolin-based glazes. The manufacturing process that leads to the creation of our ceramics is divided into six important phases:
Turning, Drying, First firing, Enamelling, Decoration and Aging .
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. The main feature of purchasing a non-industrial product is precisely this: owning a unique product .
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