The Moor's Head h 25 cm with Pomegranates, Blue and Orange is one of the most symbolically rich pieces in the Ceramiche Sofia collection: the pomegranates, the sacred fruit par excellence and a symbol of abundance and fertility, are hand-modeled in relief and applied to the headdress, then painted in the deep blue and warm orange of the Caltagirone ceramic tradition.
Main Features
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Material: High-quality artistic ceramic, entirely hand-modeled and hand-decorated
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Dimensions: Height 25 cm, width approximately 18 cm
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Decoration: Pomegranates in relief on the headdress, painted in Blue and Orange, each one hand-modeled and hand-painted
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Finish: High-resistance glossy crystalline glaze
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Design: Symbolic and decorative, ideal for living rooms, entrances or Mediterranean-style interiors
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Pairings: Works as a woman and man pair; blue and orange pairs well with natural tones, terracotta and dark wood
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Unique Craftsmanship: Each piece is fire-signed and comes with a certificate of authenticity
In Sicilian tradition the pomegranate stands for abundance, fertility and prosperity: placing it on the crown of a Moor's Head multiplies the symbolic value of a piece already steeped in history.
All works are fire-signed, come with a certificate of authenticity, and are hand-modeled and hand-decorated. Production times may vary with availability, since every piece is made to order to guarantee the utmost care for detail and the uniqueness of handcrafted work.