An authentic expression of Sicilian ceramic art, this Moor's Head from the ÉLITE Series represents one of the most iconic and fascinating symbols of Caltagirone 's tradition. An exclusive piece, entirely handcrafted by master craftsmen, where history, elegance, and luxury blend into a decorative object of the highest quality.

The figure is embellished with intense ruby enamel , refined details in genuine 24-karat pure gold , and meticulous finishes that enhance the expressiveness of the face, the deep gaze, and the richness of the ornaments. Each piece is unique and unrepeatable , the result of traditional craftsmanship passed down through generations.

With its height of approximately 35 cm , this Moor's Head is ideal as a luxury furnishing element , perfect for enhancing elegant environments, living rooms, entrances, professional studios or prestigious shop windows.

Price refers to a single piece, men's or women's

🎁 Exclusive gift idea
A refined and symbolic gift, perfect for special occasions such as weddings, anniversaries, housewarmings, Christmas, milestone birthdays, or prestigious corporate gifts . An object that expresses the most authentic and fascinating side of Sicily.

With Option: Dark-haired Man with Matte Nail Polish or Woman.

✨ Main features:

• ✔️ 100% handcrafted in Caltagirone (Sicily)

• ✔️ High quality artistic ceramics

• ✔️ Ruby Enamel and 24k Gold

• ✔️ ELITE Series – Exclusive Edition

• ✔️ Height: about 35 cm

• ✔️ Luxury decorative object

• ✔️ Unique handmade piece

• ✔️ Perfect as an elegant and representative gift

THE LEGEND OF THE MOOR'S HEADS

According to legend, around the year 1000, at the height of Moorish rule in Sicily, in the Arab quarter of Palermo, "Al Hàlisah" (meaning the pure or chosen one), now called Kalsa, a beautiful young woman lived her days in sweet yet solitary tranquility, dedicating her attentions to the loving care of the plants on her balcony. From the heights of her flower-filled balcony, she was one day noticed by a young man, a Moor. Overcome by a violent passion for her, the young Moor did not hesitate to declare his love for her. Yet the young man, who had no qualms about abandoning himself to the sweetest effusions of love, was hiding a burdensome secret: his wife and children awaited him in the East, the land to which he was now to return.

Wounded in her pride and betrayed by the man she believed to be her true love, the girl plotted her revenge. So that night, while her Moor slept helplessly, she killed him and cut off his head so that her beloved would not only never return to that family, but would remain with her forever.

She decided that the face of that young man, dear to her, would remain by her side forever, and she created a vase-like object with his head, placing inside it a shoot of basil, a plant associated with divine symbolism and long associated with sacredness. She then placed the head on her balcony, dedicating herself every day to tending the basil that grew within it. Every day, the young woman's tears watered the regal plant, which prospered, becoming ever more lush and flourishing. The neighbors, intoxicated by the scent of basil and enviously watching the plant vigorously maturing in that unique Moor's Head-shaped vase, had terracotta vases made that mimicked the one the young girl had lovingly tended.

Today, every Moor's Head produced bears a crown, an ever-present element designed to evoke the regal plant that originally adorned the head of the young Moor, the protagonist of the sad story.

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ACCOMPANIED BY AN ELEGANT PARCHMENT WITH THE LEGEND OF THESE VASES.

NB : Since these are entirely handmade artisanal items, measurements may vary by 1 or 2 cm from those indicated. Oven temperature or seasonal production may also slightly affect subtle color tones and small details in the applications, which are natural and obvious features of the artisanal process. Each piece is unique!