The realization of a Sicilian puppet consists of different steps that require knowledge in the field of carpentry, painting, tailoring, and, above all, metalworking for the realization of the armor.
Among these different fields of craftsmanship, the Sicilian puppet builder expresses himself more in the working of metals for the construction of the armor, releasing his most genuine imagination.
This process involves different techniques in the Sicilian tradition such as: punching, chiselling, or embossing.
Among all, the master Salonia has specialized over the years on cantilever technique, by means of hammers and tools of various shapes, often conceived and made by himself, which allow him to create real works in high relief from a simple sheet of sheet metal. (without the use of molds)
To date, and since his first works, every single piece that makes up the armor of one of his puppets is created entirely by hand with the embossing technique.
Even the various models of the armor, the designs that enrich them, and the swords themselves, are designed and built entirely by the master Salonia.
Rinaldo H 51 1/4″ in German silver
This is our largest Rinaldo, as a complement furnishing fits all environments, too to the little ones, it is delivered with a wooden base and a rod from which to hang it and be displayed in all its glory.
Your Rinaldo and his sword Frusberta will be unique, In the true sense of the word.
Master Salonia has never made two identical Rinaldo, starting from the fact that he does not use molds, this is obvious. However in his creative spirit he cannot stop making new details and amaze us every time he creates a new baby.
The armor can be made of brass, copper or alpaca, of your choice, you can also let us know your preferences regarding the color of the garment and the feathers or entrust yourself to the hands and heart of our Master Puparo Salonia.
In our eBay shop you will find all the characters in all sizes come and visit us!
Available also in height 17 3/4″ and 31 1/2″
The Story of Rinaldo and his sword Frusberta
Son of Duke Amone and Beatrice, daughter of Duke Namo.
Rinaldo had killed in a duel to the giant Atlas and by right he had taken possession of his sword Frusberta and his enchanted horse Bajardo.
In France, hard battles were fought against infidels with great success for the paladins of France. Rinaldo fought against the Saracens with such immense honor and value, that he aroused the attention of Charlemagne who wanted him by his side.
With the arrival of the beautiful Beatrice at the court of Paris, he went mad with love, but Rinaldo returned his great first love to Clarice.
Rinaldo fought with the Paladins of France until the battle in which his cousin Orlando lost his life,
For her valiant exploits she was offered the kingdom of Trabizond, which she refused, donned the robes of a monk and entered a convent where she remained until her death.
Gianfranco Salonia, born in 1966, has been passionate about the magical world of Sicilian puppets since he was a child, ever since his paternal uncle took him with him to attend the shows of Don Ignazio Puglisi, a wandering puppeteer based in Sortino.
The passion for Sicilian puppets remains interned in the master Salonia for a long time without finding a real manifestation until, around the end of the 90s, he joins the Sicilian puppet theater company “Antica Compagnai Opera dei Pupi Puglisi family ”Founded by Don Ignazio Puglisi’s nephew, Manlio Puglisi.
The master Salonia becomes part of the company with the specific task of builder, after having learned through some meetings with the master Pulvirenti of Aciplatani some of the basic techniques of the construction of Sicilian puppets.
In the early 2000s the master Salonia enters the scene with the first entirely embossed brass puppet “Erminio from the golden star”.
We can make all the characters of the Paladins of France and the Saracens. With Orlando’s photos you can see the quality of our work, just change the color of the garments and the Heraldic Shield that identifies each one of them.
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THE PALADINS OF FRANCE
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Charlemagne
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Angelica
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Orlando
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Rinaldo
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Ruggiero Di Risa
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Astolfo
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Agolaccio
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Baldwin
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Beltramo
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Bradamante
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Carinda
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Cladinoro
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Feraba
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Gandellino
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Gano of Mainz
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Malagigi
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Malaguerra
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Marfisia
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Milone
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Ruggiero
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Oliviero
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Turpino
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Uzeda
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Viviano
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THE SARACENS
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Alfonso
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Biancardino
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Falsarone
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Grantonio
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Guarniere
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Marsilio
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Cleaning
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Agolante
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Almonte
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Trojan
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Terms of sale
Our puppets are made entirely by hand so 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 handwork of each work.
The article will be made to order.
For this reason Refunds for afterthought are not accepted.
Times maximum production time: 3 to 6 weeks for some items.
There are pieces that have shorter production times
If you need delivery earlier than the deadline,
you can contact us for availability or exact timing.
For shipments to Canada, the United States and Russia, the travel time is 7 to 15 business days.
If you need faster delivery, please contact us we will give you a faster service quote.
Free return within 14 days of delivery in case of object broken or defective,
Promptly notify (maximum within 8 days) in the event of damage during transport.
IMPORTANT:
The goods travel insured and it is carefully and carefully packaged and checked before shipment.
Sign the courier receipt always subject to reservations, items that show damage during transport will be replaced only in the case of conditional reception.
We ship worldwide, you can contact us if you don’t find your country among the shipping options.
Shipping costs do not They are valid for Northern Ireland, for the islands and overseas territories, both in Europe and in America.
Before payment 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 related to import taxes and / or customs duties will be borne by the buyer.
