Ceramic Pinecone Ornament from Caltagirone Sicilian Handicrafts

ITALCORIUM Objects from around the world for the home and for you ITALIAN ART and CRAFTSMANSHIP CALTAGIRONE CERAMICS The Pine Cones Since distant times, LA PIGNA has been found in the entrance gates of ancient villas and noble gardens, monumental cemeteries, facades of churches and convents, to the point of populating the thrones of kings and popes as the materialization of the soul, the bridge that unites the earth to the divine. The pine cone is the fruit of the pine tree, and has always and in various civilizations contained within itself the symbolic meanings of life force, immortality, divinity, linked to the tree that generates it together with those of fertility and regenerative force for the seeds it contains. Sicilian popular tradition believes that it is useful to give pine cones to keep at home as a wish for health and good luck to the family who lives there. These meanings materialize in the hands of skilled ceramic artisans who create large and small pine cones. Today, artistic pine cones, used as wedding favors, wedding gifts, interior and exterior furnishing accessories or as a lamp base, remain an exclusive way of expressing a profound wish for well-being. Artisanal pine cone in handmade Caltagirone ceramic Glossy burgundy color Height 25, 30, 35 and 40 cm The master ceramist with great skill and love for his art shapes the heart on the wheel and then works each scale individually to create this fantastic pine cone. Caltagirone: city of ceramics The name Caltagirone derives from the Arabic term Qal’at al Ghiran, which means Rocca dei Vases . Ceramic manufacturing in the Caltagirone area dates back to the Neolithic. The imprint of the various peoples who have colonized Sicily over the centuries can also be 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. Today, in artisanal manufacturing everything is done by hand. Get inspiration from these images WHY BUY SOFIA DI CALTAGIRONE CERAMICS? Therefore each object rigorously follows 5 long processing stages: Turning and shaping, Drying and first firing, Enamelling, Decoration and Second firing 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. 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 that it has passed rigorous quality controls. The peculiarities of the product depend on the skills of the master ceramist, 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. Here are some items you can find in our shop Conditions of sale Each 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: 10 working days If you need delivery before the deadline you can contact us to find out availability or exact timing. For shipments to Canada, United States, travel time is 7 to 15 business days. If you need faster delivery, please contact us and we will give you the quote for a faster service. 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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. Since distant times, LA PIGNA has been found in the entrance gates of ancient villas and noble gardens, monumental cemeteries, facades of churches and convents, to the point of populating the thrones of kings and popes as the materialization of the soul, the bridge that unites the earth to the divine. The pine cone is the fruit of the pine tree, and has always and in various civilizations contained within itself the symbolic meanings of life force, immortality, divinity, linked to the tree that generates it together with those of fertility and regenerative force for the seeds it contains. The imprint of the various peoples who have colonized Sicily over the centuries can also be perceived in the processing of ceramics, despite this, ceramists have always brought out the Sicilian character