“Braids and pearls” Moor's Heads in Caltagirone ceramic, 25 cm tall

A pair of Moor's Heads in Caltagirone ceramic, 25 cm tall, with the Braids and pearls pattern. Shaped and painted by hand.

Pair, man and woman, 25 cm tall
Caltagirone ceramic
Shaped and painted by hand
Also suitable outdoors

Worldwide shipping
One of a kind, hand-painted
Made in Sicily, on Mount Etna

The tradition

Moor's Heads Braids and pearls, H25

The Braids and pearls pattern changes the headdress: instead of a crown there are raised braids and rows of glazed pearls, in shades of grey and red.

Moor's Heads come from a Palermo legend: a young woman finds out that the Moor she loves already has a family, cuts off his head and turns it into a pot for basil. Since then they have been made in pairs, him and her, and they are one of the symbols of Sicilian ceramics.

They are shaped and painted by hand in Caltagirone, so every pair has small differences in the faces and colours. They are hollow and can be used as planters, or left empty on a sideboard, in the hall or on the terrace.

Specifications

Material	Glazed ceramic (majolica)
Height	25 cm
Pattern	Braids and pearls
Origin	Caltagirone, Sicily
Workmanship	Shaped and painted by hand
In the box	Pair of Moor's Heads (man and woman)

Care and shipping

Can they stay outdoors?

Yes, the glaze stands up to sun and rain. In winter, if it freezes, it's better to bring them under cover.

Can I use them as planters?

Yes, they are hollow. For real plants, put a plastic pot inside so the water doesn't sit against the ceramic.

How do I clean them?

With a soft cloth and a neutral detergent. No abrasive products.

How are they shipped?

In shock-proof packaging, to Italy and worldwide.

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