Description

Confectioner decorated with foot with 3 fish. Handmade Caltagirone artistic ceramics

Majolica confectioner with underlying foot in the shape of fish which represent and symbolize, according to ancient oriental mythologies, the cosmic forces of the universe and the chaotic aspect of the cosmos.

White decorated in blue, green and orange.

These cake stands and these handcrafted centerpieces in Sicilian artistic ceramic make each environment characteristic, from modern to classic; all in a purely made in Italy style.

Caltagirone handcrafted ceramics modeled and decorated entirely by hand.

Measurements: diameter 32cm x height 33cm
Why buy Sofia ceramics from Caltagirone.

Because each object rigorously follows 6 long stages of processing, to which we dedicate the utmost care in every detail so that the final product is the result of a unique, inimitable and unaltered work over time.

1) Turning and modeling: to shape the majolica, a process done by hand and not with moulds.

2) Drying: Slow, gradual and natural drying without sudden changes in temperature, in order to expel all the water contained in the clay,

3) First firing: With ovens that reach temperatures estimated at around 1000° for 13 hours.

4) Glazing: The products acquire a totally white color based on oxides and kaolin,

Thus ready to pass into the hands of the decorators who will give color and style to the creations.

5) Decoration: The Decorative phase is characterized by giving style to our creations with shades of colors studied and created by us in the laboratory. Colors, shapes and style are the goal to make our SOFIA brand personal.

6) Second cooking: The most important phase where everything cooked at the established temperatures acquires

shine and luminosity, thus enhancing shapes and colors.

Through special 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.

For that our laboratory is in Caltagirone and all our creations are stamped with our brand on the base and signed in the fire.

To certify that every single object has gone through the six stages of processing that make it authentic and unalterable over time and that it has passed rigorous quality controls.

For this reason the ceramic objects of Caltagirone SOFIA are real works of art.

Here are other environments, from classic to modern, decorated with our Caltagirone ceramic vases

Modern bathroom with large sink decorated with monumental glossy blue vase Courtyard with cachepot with relief decoration with green plants and pot-bellied vase with wide mouth height 50 Elegant interior with table lamp and Baroque vase with hand-painted ceramic handles.

Caltagirone: city of ceramics

The name Caltagirone derives from the Arabic term Qal’at al Ghiran, which means “Rock of Vases”.

The manufacturing of ceramics in the Caltagirone area dates back to the Neolithic.

The imprint of the various peoples who have colonized Sicily over the centuries is also perceived in the processing of ceramics, despite this, the potters in their art have always brought out the Sicilian spirit.

The art of working Sicilian ceramics has been handed down from generation to generation.

The peculiarities of the product depend on the skills of the master potter, his creativity and attention to detail, which is a guarantee of the piece’s exclusivity.

Our majolica can be glazed, hand painted or with relief plastic decorations as you can see in these photos

Replica vase of Roman monumental vases with foot and handles in bright green color Caspò white with hand-painted blue stars in Caltagirone ceramic External environment cachepot diameter 40 cm plastic decoration and hand painted in Caltagirone ceramic

Terms of sale

Each object is accompanied by a certificate of guarantee and is punched and signed on the underside,
which attests to the originality and origin.

Our products are made entirely by hand for this 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 item will be made to order.
For this reason we do not accept returns for afterthought.

Maximum production times: 15/20 working days

If you need delivery before the deadline

you can contact us to know the availability or the exact timing