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45 cm fair-faced male Testa di Moro with turban and moustache, antique mother of pearl with gold and lustres

Testa di Moro with Turban h 45 cm / 17¾", White Male, Antique Mother of Pearl Gold and Lustre

€696,57
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The Testa di Moro (Sicilian Moor's Head) with Turban, White Male, Antique Mother of Pearl, Gold and Lustre is a unique handcrafted creation, made entirely by hand by the master ceramists of Ceramiche Sofia. Modelled with sculptural skill, this male figure captures the eye with the elegant drape of the turban and finely defined, expressive features. This piece represents the excellence of the Sicilian tradition, with antiqued mother of pearl finishes in gold and precious lustre reflections that bring out every detail, making it an exclusive work of art.

Main Features
  • Material: High-quality artistic ceramic, entirely hand-modelled and hand-decorated
  • Dimensions: Height 45 cm / 17¾"
  • Decoration: Turban worked down to the finest detail, lustre application and hand painting
  • Finish: Glazed white with mother of pearl details and antiqued gold elements
  • Design: Inspired by the sculptural tradition of Caltagirone majolica, reinterpreted in a precious, sophisticated version
  • Symbolic Meaning: Linked to the famous legend of the Testa di Moro, an enduring symbol of passion, pride and Sicilian tradition
  • Unique Craftsmanship: Each piece is created with precision and passion, guaranteeing exclusivity and authenticity

The Moor's Head with Turban, White Male, Antique Mother of Pearl, Gold and Lustre is a furnishing piece of great prestige, able to enrich any room and give it character. Perfect for classic settings as well as modern and eclectic spaces, it is a distinctive choice both as a focal point and as a valuable gift for lovers of ceramic art.

All works are fire-signed, come with a certificate of guarantee, and are hand-modelled and hand-decorated. Production times may vary with availability, since every piece is made to order to guarantee quality and the uniqueness of handcrafted work.

Production Times

Every piece is fire-signed and modeled and decorated by hand.

Production times vary depending on availability and on how complex the work is. Each item is made to order, specifically for you, following an artisan process built on attention to detail and the use of high-quality materials. This is what allows us to offer you a one-of-a-kind piece that reflects the care and the passion of true craftsmanship. Choosing a made-to-order piece means accepting slightly longer production times, but with the certainty of receiving an exclusive object that cannot be repeated.

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A unique work of art, made for you with the care and mastery of our artisan tradition.

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Emerald green Testa di Moro on a terrace in Caltagirone, with a bell tower and dome behind

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