Ceramic Sicilian Caltagirone Pine Cone Handmade Blue Centerpiece

ITALCORIUM Objects from around the world for the home and for you ITALIAN ART and CRAFTSMANSHIP ARTISTIC CERAMICS from CALTAGIRONE 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 different civilizations contained within itself the symbolic meanings of vital 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 pine cones of large and small dimensions. Today, Artistic Pine Cones, used as wedding favors, wedding gifts, interior and exterior furnishing accessories or as a lamp base, remain an exclusive way to express a deep wish for well-being. Artisanal pine cone in Caltagirone ceramic, made and decorated by hand Shiny intense blue color The master ceramist with so much competence and so much love for his art, works each scale individually to create this fantastic pine cone. Measurements: Height 25 cm It is also available in 30 and 35 cm heights in our eBay shop Take inspiration from these images to recreate them in your spaces Here are some items you can find in our shop 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 designed 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 stamped 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. For this reason SOFIA SOFIA Caltagirone ceramic objects are real works of art . Discover them all in our eBay shop. Here’s a preview. . . 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 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. 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: 15 working days If you need delivery before the deadline you 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 business 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. 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 different civilizations contained within itself the symbolic meanings of vital force, immortality, divinity, linked to the tree that generates it together with those of fertility and regenerative force for the seeds it contains. 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