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A very large and beautiful canvas straight out of the corridors of time. A Shabby chic reinterpretation of the odalisque by Maria Fortuny.

The original canvas was reproduced in the paint shop and then meticulously aged entirely by hand.

Every accident and lack, every crack or patina effect is never the result of chance... everything is brought together here so that this reinterpretation becomes more real than life.

Dimensions: H149x239x2cm

A large and beautiful canvas straight out of the corridors of time. A Shabby chic reinterpretation of the odalisque by Maria Fortuny.

The original painting (56.9 cm × 81 cm) is on display at the National Art Museum of Catalonia in Barcelona.

The original canvas was reproduced in the paint shop and then meticulously aged entirely by hand.

Every accident and lack, every crack or patina effect is never the result of chance... everything is brought together here so that this reinterpretation becomes more real than life.

Dimensions: H113x161x2cm

Woman Moor Head Vase made in ceramic White and Blue, made in Sicily - Italy. Old ancient finishing, ceramic, double cooking entirely made and painted by hand in Caltagirone. The moors were members of Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber descent.

Vase of a Moor Head made in ceramic, Sicily - Italy. Borbon King, old ancient white finishing, ceramic, double cooking. The moors were members of Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber descent. In the 8th century they were converted to Islam and established power in North Africa, Sicily and Spain, where they established a civilization (756–1492).

Two superb Chinoiserie vases in white porcelain with blue oriental floral motifs.

Completely hand painted.

A limited edition.

Vase height: 26 cm

Superb Chinese porcelain jar with blue patterns. Completely hand painted. Chinese artisanal manufacture. A limited edition. Height of this jar: 54 cm

Ceramic vase, male Moor's head with representation of figs, made entirely by hand in Sicily - Italy.

Handcrafted in ceramic, double firing and hand painted.

The Moors were members of the Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber origin. In the 8th century they were converted to Islam and established power in North Africa, Sicily and Spain, where they established a civilization (756-1492).

THE LEGEND :

During the Arab domination in Sicily, in the city of Palermo there was an Arab suburb called "La Kalsa".

In this small suburb lived a beautiful young woman who spent her time tending to the flowers on her balcony.

One day a young Moor was walking under the lady's balcony. He noticed the beauty of the young lady and he fell in love with her.

He did not wait a minute to declare his love and the beautiful young girl, impressed by the audacity of the lover, quickly experienced the same love.

Unfortunately, the young Moor was already married and had several children ... as soon as the young woman found out that he could leave to find his family, one day she waited for night and killed him while he slept soundly. She cut off his head and used it as a vase for her plants so she could have him forever by her side.

As the beauty of this vase was remarkable, the whole neighborhood wanted to own a similar one.

From this moment, the creation of vases in the shape of the heads of Moors began...

Lamp White Elephants Coral Spheres H50cm. Superb lamp with white and gold elephants in the orientalist baroque style made of coral-colored ceramic with its beautiful conical lampshade in black fabric and luxury gold interior. A wonderful table lamp for a chic and elegant interior.

Ceramic vase, male Moor's head with representation of beautiful yellow lemons, made entirely by hand in Sicily - Italy.

Handcrafted in ceramic, double firing and hand painted.

The Moors were members of the Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber origin. In the 8th century they were converted to Islam and established power in North Africa, Sicily and Spain, where they established a civilization (756-1492).

THE LEGEND :

During the Arab domination in Sicily, in the city of Palermo there was an Arab suburb called "La Kalsa".

In this small suburb lived a beautiful young woman who spent her time tending to the flowers on her balcony.

One day a young Moor was walking under the lady's balcony. He noticed the beauty of the young lady and he fell in love with her.

He did not wait a minute to declare his love and the beautiful young girl, impressed by the audacity of the lover, quickly experienced the same love.

Unfortunately, the young Moor was already married and had several children ... as soon as the young woman found out that he could leave to find his family, one day she waited for night and killed him while he slept soundly. She cut off his head and used it as a vase for her plants so she could have him forever by her side.

As the beauty of this vase was remarkable, the whole neighborhood wanted to own a similar one.

From this moment, the creation of vases in the shape of the heads of Moors began...

Create an elegant and chic atmosphere with the Galatea console table in Art Deco style. Meticulously crafted from coffee-coloured oak veneer, it features a highly polished finish.

A magnificent base in the shape of two inverted half moons characterizes the design of this slim 36cm deep console.

Ideal to place in the hallway of an entrance.

Base in brushed brass.

A large and beautiful canvas straight out of the corridors of time. A Shabby chic reinterpretation of the odalisque by Maria Fortuny.

The original painting (56.9 cm × 81 cm) is on display at the National Art Museum of Catalonia in Barcelona.

The original canvas was reproduced in the paint shop and then meticulously aged entirely by hand.

Every accident and lack, every crack or patina effect is never the result of chance... everything is brought together here so that this reinterpretation becomes more real than life.

Lying Woman Canvas H88x129cm

Wide Avignon farmhouse dining table in solid old wood 430 x 120 cm.

Huge old raw wood tray 400cm long and 120cm wide with beautiful grain and visible wood knots. This beautiful Aivignon farm table is a solid and sturdy table.

A very beautiful farmhouse table with a noble and friendly aesthetic, designed entirely in solid old pine. This dining table model combines authenticity, elegance and conviviality

A remarkable achievement for this model of farm table suitable for large living spaces, castles or manors. It will find its place and embellish your living room or main room.

A unique table in the charming, shabby chic furniture style.

Eco-environmental furniture par excellence, this beautiful raw wood dining table is made from recycled wood. All wood used is reclaimed wood from doors and structural beams from older buildings. Therefore, a variation in structure and color is possible between each table. The wood can thus contain some small natural cracks or holes which are authentic and give a side natural charm. Large holes are repaired with patches of the same wood.

The wood has been stripped and brushed by hand to reveal the knots and beautiful veins of the essence of old wood. The wood is therefore natural and raw and the top must be protected before first use with water-based impregnation oil, a 100% natural product. We provide you with a water-based impregnation oil that offers protection and hardly changes the original appearance.

The whole is of great stability and excellent strength.

- Delivery by carrier.

- Given its volume, a flat rate is applied.

- International delivery, contact us

- Delivered ready to assemble with its plate separated from the feet and the spacer. Delivery is made on the ground floor and must be assembled by you, unless you request in writing. A quote will then be submitted to you.

Also find on our site our unique collection of dining tables, farm tables and country tables with a noble and friendly aesthetic.

Ceramic vase, head of a Moorish woman, Sicily - Italy.

Handcrafted in ceramic, double fired and hand painted in Italy.

The moors were members of Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber descent. In the 8th century they were converted to Islam and established power in North Africa, Sicily and Spain, where they established a civilization (756–1492).

THE LEGEND : 

During the Arab domination in Sicily, in Palermo city, there was an Arab Suburb called "La Kalsa".

In this small suburb was living a beautiful young lady who used to spend her time in taking care of the flowers on her balcony.

One day, a young moor was walking down the lady's balcony. He noticed the beauty of the lady and he truly fell in love with her.

He did not wait a minute to declare his love for her, and the beautiful young lady, impressed by the lover's boldness, started feeling the same love.

Unfortunately, the young moor was already married and was father of a few kids... as soon as the young lady found out that he would have left for going back to his family, she waited until the night and killed him while he was sleeping deeply. She cut his head and used it as a vase for her plants, so that she could have him forever by her side.

As the beauty of this vase was magnificent, all the neighborhood wanted to own a similar one.

From that moment, they decide to create ceramics moor heads as vases.

Ceramic vase, head of a Moorish woman, Sicily - Italy.

Handcrafted in ceramic, double fired and hand painted in Italy.

The moors were members of Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber descent. In the 8th century they were converted to Islam and established power in North Africa, Sicily and Spain, where they established a civilization (756–1492).

THE LEGEND : 

During the Arab domination in Sicily, in Palermo city, there was an Arab Suburb called "La Kalsa".

In this small suburb was living a beautiful young lady who used to spend her time in taking care of the flowers on her balcony.

One day, a young moor was walking down the lady's balcony. He noticed the beauty of the lady and he truly fell in love with her.

He did not wait a minute to declare his love for her, and the beautiful young lady, impressed by the lover's boldness, started feeling the same love.

Unfortunately, the young moor was already married and was father of a few kids... as soon as the young lady found out that he would have left for going back to his family, she waited until the night and killed him while he was sleeping deeply. She cut his head and used it as a vase for her plants, so that she could have him forever by her side.

As the beauty of this vase was magnificent, all the neighborhood wanted to own a similar one.

From that moment, they decide to create ceramics moor heads as vases.

Ceramic vase, head of a Moorish woman, Sicily - Italy.

Handcrafted in ceramic, double fired and hand painted in Italy.

The moors were members of Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber descent. In the 8th century they were converted to Islam and established power in North Africa, Sicily and Spain, where they established a civilization (756–1492).

THE LEGEND : 

During the Arab domination in Sicily, in Palermo city, there was an Arab Suburb called "La Kalsa".

In this small suburb was living a beautiful young lady who used to spend her time in taking care of the flowers on her balcony.

One day, a young moor was walking down the lady's balcony. He noticed the beauty of the lady and he truly fell in love with her.

He did not wait a minute to declare his love for her, and the beautiful young lady, impressed by the lover's boldness, started feeling the same love.

Unfortunately, the young moor was already married and was father of a few kids... as soon as the young lady found out that he would have left for going back to his family, she waited until the night and killed him while he was sleeping deeply. She cut his head and used it as a vase for her plants, so that she could have him forever by her side.

As the beauty of this vase was magnificent, all the neighborhood wanted to own a similar one.

From that moment, they decide to create ceramics moor heads as vases.

Ceramic vase, head of a Paladin Moorish woman, Sicily - Italy.

The paladin is a knight who has reached one of the highest ranks, is part of a religious order and bears the sacred power of faith.

Handcrafted in ceramic, double fired and hand painted in Italy.

The moors were members of Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber descent. In the 8th century they were converted to Islam and established power in North Africa, Sicily and Spain, where they established a civilization (756–1492).

THE LEGEND : 

During the Arab domination in Sicily, in Palermo city, there was an Arab Suburb called "La Kalsa".

In this small suburb was living a beautiful young lady who used to spend her time in taking care of the flowers on her balcony.

One day, a young moor was walking down the lady's balcony. He noticed the beauty of the lady and he truly fell in love with her.

He did not wait a minute to declare his love for her, and the beautiful young lady, impressed by the lover's boldness, started feeling the same love.

Unfortunately, the young moor was already married and was father of a few kids... as soon as the young lady found out that he would have left for going back to his family, she waited until the night and killed him while he was sleeping deeply. She cut his head and used it as a vase for her plants, so that she could have him forever by her side.

As the beauty of this vase was magnificent, all the neighborhood wanted to own a similar one.

From that moment, they decide to create ceramics moor heads as vases.

Ceramic vase, head of a Moorish woman, Sicily - Italy.

Head-shaped vase, Italian-made to the smallest detail, all decorations are applied and hand painted making each piece unique.

Handcrafted in ceramic, double fired and hand painted in Italy.

The moors were members of Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber descent. In the 8th century they were converted to Islam and established power in North Africa, Sicily and Spain, where they established a civilization (756–1492).

THE LEGEND : 

During the Arab domination in Sicily, in Palermo city, there was an Arab Suburb called "La Kalsa".

In this small suburb was living a beautiful young lady who used to spend her time in taking care of the flowers on her balcony.

One day, a young moor was walking down the lady's balcony. He noticed the beauty of the lady and he truly fell in love with her.

He did not wait a minute to declare his love for her, and the beautiful young lady, impressed by the lover's boldness, started feeling the same love.

Unfortunately, the young moor was already married and was father of a few kids... as soon as the young lady found out that he would have left for going back to his family, she waited until the night and killed him while he was sleeping deeply. She cut his head and used it as a vase for her plants, so that she could have him forever by her side.

As the beauty of this vase was magnificent, all the neighborhood wanted to own a similar one.

From that moment, they decide to create ceramics moor heads as vases.

Ceramic vase, head of a Moorish man, a traditional Sicilian achievement - Italy. This magnificent vase is produced and painted by hand in Caltagirone in Sicily and distributed exclusively by Arteslonga.

Handcrafted in ceramic, double firing. Entirely made and painted by hand in Caltagirone (Italy).

The Moors were members of the Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber origin. In the 8th century they were converted to Islam and established power in North Africa, Sicily and Spain, where they established a civilization (756-1492).

THE LEGEND :

During the Arab domination in Sicily, in the city of Palermo there was an Arab suburb called "La Kalsa".

In this small suburb lived a beautiful young woman who spent her time tending to the flowers on her balcony.

One day a young Moor was walking under the lady's balcony. He noticed the beauty of the young lady and he fell in love with her.

He did not wait a minute to declare his love and the beautiful young girl, impressed by the audacity of the lover, quickly experienced the same love.

Unfortunately, the young Moor was already married and had several children ... as soon as the young woman found out that he could leave to find his family, one day she waited for night and killed him while he slept soundly. She cut off his head and used it as a vase for her plants so she could have him forever by her side.

As the beauty of this vase was remarkable, the whole neighborhood wanted to own a similar one.

From this moment, the creation of vases in the shape of the heads of Moors began...

The Auguste dining table is a beautiful rectangular dining table made of solid mango wood with a limed ivory white paint finish.

This dining table was created in a beautiful Provencal style with its remarkable worked and shaped 4cm thick top.

A beautiful contemporary craftsmanship.

A dining table that catches the eye thanks to the beautiful design of the legs made of turned wood and its top.

If you are looking for a piece of furniture with a shabby chic spirit, the Auguste dining table is for you!

Each Auguste dining table has a singular and unique expression thanks to its entirely handmade whitewashed paint finish and the cabinetmaking work carried out around the entire perimeter of its top and at the level of the ball feet designed in turned wood.

The thickness of the Auguste dining table top is 4cm.

Dimensions of the Palatine table (length x width x height): 180 x 100 x 77cm.

The legs are removable and delivered separately from the top.

Man Moor Head Vase made in ceramic Lilac and Blue, made in Sicily - Italy. Old ancient finishing, ceramic, double cooking entirely made and painted by hand in Caltagirone. The moors were members of Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber descent.

The beautiful ceramic Ming lamp measures a height of 120cm.

This table lamp is made of ceramic in the shape of a Chinese vase, entirely shaped by hand with its lid. It exists in 3 finishes.

The surface is entirely perforated by hand to give an impression of lightness to the shape and to allow beautiful rays of light to pass through.

The round base is in black lacquered wood.

A superb and large lamp in the style of Chinese pottery diverted to make it an extraordinary light.

This handcrafted lamp will bring a unique touch to any space, thanks to its unmistakable presence and visual effect.

This exclusive piece will add a focal point to any space with its warm, bright glow.

Its remarkable design makes this lamp a unique decorative piece for an exclusive decoration. It will find its place as well in a living room with a modern design or in a dining room or a chic and elegant bedroom.

A piece entirely handcrafted, a remarkable and unique piece.

Dimensions: Height 120cm x ø55cm

Ceramic vase, head of a Moorish man, a traditional Sicilian achievement - Italy. This magnificent vase is produced and painted by hand in Caltagirone in Sicily and distributed exclusively by Arteslonga.

Handcrafted in ceramic, double firing. Entirely made and painted by hand in Caltagirone (Italy).

The Moors were members of the Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber origin. In the 8th century they were converted to Islam and established power in North Africa, Sicily and Spain, where they established a civilization (756-1492).

THE LEGEND :

During the Arab domination in Sicily, in the city of Palermo there was an Arab suburb called "La Kalsa".

In this small suburb lived a beautiful young woman who spent her time tending to the flowers on her balcony.

One day a young Moor was walking under the lady's balcony. He noticed the beauty of the young lady and he fell in love with her.

He did not wait a minute to declare his love and the beautiful young girl, impressed by the audacity of the lover, quickly experienced the same love.

Unfortunately, the young Moor was already married and had several children ... as soon as the young woman found out that he could leave to find his family, one day she waited for night and killed him while he slept soundly. She cut off his head and used it as a vase for her plants so she could have him forever by her side.

As the beauty of this vase was remarkable, the whole neighborhood wanted to own a similar one.

From this moment, the creation of vases in the shape of the heads of Moors began...

The beautiful ceramic Ming lamp measures a height of 120cm.

This table lamp is made of ceramic in the shape of a Chinese vase, entirely shaped by hand with its lid. It exists in 3 finishes.

The surface is entirely perforated by hand to give an impression of lightness to the shape and to allow beautiful rays of light to pass through.

The round base is in black lacquered wood.

A superb and large lamp in the style of Chinese pottery diverted to make it an extraordinary light.

This handcrafted lamp will bring a unique touch to any space, thanks to its unmistakable presence and visual effect.

This exclusive piece will add a focal point to any space with its warm, bright glow.

Its remarkable design makes this lamp a unique decorative piece for an exclusive decoration. It will find its place as well in a living room with a modern design or in a dining room or a chic and elegant bedroom.

A piece entirely handcrafted, a remarkable and unique piece.

Dimensions: Height 120cm x ø55cm

Ceramic vase, male Moor's head with representation of beautiful yellow lemons, made entirely by hand in Sicily - Italy.

Handcrafted in ceramic, double firing and hand painted.

The Moors were members of the Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber origin. In the 8th century they were converted to Islam and established power in North Africa, Sicily and Spain, where they established a civilization (756-1492).

THE LEGEND :

During the Arab domination in Sicily, in the city of Palermo there was an Arab suburb called "La Kalsa".

In this small suburb lived a beautiful young woman who spent her time tending to the flowers on her balcony.

One day a young Moor was walking under the lady's balcony. He noticed the beauty of the young lady and he fell in love with her.

He did not wait a minute to declare his love and the beautiful young girl, impressed by the audacity of the lover, quickly experienced the same love.

Unfortunately, the young Moor was already married and had several children ... as soon as the young woman found out that he could leave to find his family, one day she waited for night and killed him while he slept soundly. She cut off his head and used it as a vase for her plants so she could have him forever by her side.

As the beauty of this vase was remarkable, the whole neighborhood wanted to own a similar one.

From this moment, the creation of vases in the shape of the heads of Moors began...

Ceramic vase, head of a Moorish woman, Sicily - Italy.

Handcrafted in ceramic, double fired and hand painted in Italy.

The moors were members of Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber descent. In the 8th century they were converted to Islam and established power in North Africa, Sicily and Spain, where they established a civilization (756–1492).

THE LEGEND : 

During the Arab domination in Sicily, in Palermo city, there was an Arab Suburb called "La Kalsa".

In this small suburb was living a beautiful young lady who used to spend her time in taking care of the flowers on her balcony.

One day, a young moor was walking down the lady's balcony. He noticed the beauty of the lady and he truly fell in love with her.

He did not wait a minute to declare his love for her, and the beautiful young lady, impressed by the lover's boldness, started feeling the same love.

Unfortunately, the young moor was already married and was father of a few kids... as soon as the young lady found out that he would have left for going back to his family, she waited until the night and killed him while he was sleeping deeply. She cut his head and used it as a vase for her plants, so that she could have him forever by her side.

As the beauty of this vase was magnificent, all the neighborhood wanted to own a similar one.

From that moment, they decide to create ceramics moor heads as vases.

Farm table in old and solid natural pine for a unique dining room or kitchen decor.

A convivial dining table with large dimensions for this farm table with double Monastery-type column legs: length of the top: 280 cm by 100 cm width.

This farm table is a solid and sturdy solid pine dining table, available with legs and a spacer in a natural or black stain.

A very beautiful solid natural wood dining room or kitchen table in the charming style.

The wood has been stripped and brushed by hand to reveal the knots and beautiful veins of the old wood.

The whole thing is very stable and extremely solid.

We have taken every precaution in constructing this solid wood furniture, however, wood may expand or shrink due to changes in temperature and humidity. Controlling environmental humidity and temperature will minimize this effect.

- Delivery by carrier.

- Given its volume, a flat rate is applied.

- Delivered ready to assemble with its tray separated from the feet and the spacer. Delivery takes place on the ground floor and must be assembled by you unless you request in writing. A quote will then be submitted to you.

Find on our site our unique collection of dining tables, farm tables and country tables with a noble and friendly aesthetic.

The Enzo raw wood table with a length of 270cm by 110cm depth, a massive and raw dining table handcrafted from old bread.

A beautiful dining table in natural and raw solid wood, an authentic indoor or outdoor piece, very resistant.

The Enzo table top is made with 7cm thick boards of very old raw pine dried in the sun and assembled together to form a superb top in the raw Nordic style.

Natural cracks in the wood (this is the desired and assumed style of this piece of furniture and the cracks cannot be considered as a defect), visible veins and knots, in this eco-environmental piece of furniture par excellence, find all the charm of the old raw and authentic natural solid wood.

The whole thing is very stable and extremely solid.

The top measures 7 cm thick.

A sober and simple dining table, but so inspiring.

- Delivery by carrier.

- Given its volume, a flat rate is applied.

- International delivery, contact us.

- Delivered ready to assemble with its tray separated from the feet and the spacer. Delivery takes place on the ground floor and must be assembled by you unless you request in writing. A quote will then be submitted to you.

A beautiful stylish seat in velvet, very comfortable with woodwork with ornaments with an aged golden patina.

The flared wing-shaped armrests give character to this armchair which takes us on a journey to ancient Rome or Egypt.

Very beautiful flared backrest covered in padded velvet fabric and features a structure in old-fashioned ornate and gilded wood. The back of the back of this beautiful seat is not padded.

A very beautiful contemporary handcrafted chair which is inspired by the codes of antique Orientalist furniture.

Excellent seat with a height of 44 cm.

A piece made in limited series, refined and elegant.

Large old Menhir coffee table, 137cm long, entirely made of raw and natural recycled solid pine.

A large and elegant old coffee table in a raw and minimalist decoration style made from solid wood.

The wood has been stripped and brushed by hand to reveal the knots and beautiful veins of the old wood. The wood is therefore natural and raw and the top must be protected before first use.

We have taken all the necessary precautions in its construction to avoid shrinkage or expansion of the wood. However, wood can expand or shrink due to changes in temperature and humidity. Controlling environmental humidity and temperature will minimize this effect.

The whole thing is very stable and extremely solid.

Ceramic vase, head of a Moorish woman, Sicily - Italy.

Handcrafted in ceramic, double fired and hand painted in Italy.

The moors were members of Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber descent. In the 8th century they were converted to Islam and established power in North Africa, Sicily and Spain, where they established a civilization (756–1492).

THE LEGEND : 

During the Arab domination in Sicily, in Palermo city, there was an Arab Suburb called "La Kalsa".

In this small suburb was living a beautiful young lady who used to spend her time in taking care of the flowers on her balcony.

One day, a young moor was walking down the lady's balcony. He noticed the beauty of the lady and he truly fell in love with her.

He did not wait a minute to declare his love for her, and the beautiful young lady, impressed by the lover's boldness, started feeling the same love.

Unfortunately, the young moor was already married and was father of a few kids... as soon as the young lady found out that he would have left for going back to his family, she waited until the night and killed him while he was sleeping deeply. She cut his head and used it as a vase for her plants, so that she could have him forever by her side.

As the beauty of this vase was magnificent, all the neighborhood wanted to own a similar one.

From that moment, they decide to create ceramics moor heads as vases.

Magnificent traditional ceramic vase in the shape of a Moorish woman's head in green or malachite color - Italy. An extreme delicacy.

Handcrafted in ceramic, double fired. Completely made and painted by hand by the original artisan producer from Caltagirone - Sicily.

Distributed exclusively by Arteslonga.

The Moors were members of the Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber origin. In the 8th century, they converted to Islam and established power in North Africa, Sicily and Spain, where they established a civilization (756-1492).

THE LEGEND :

During the Arab rule in Sicily, in the city of Palermo there was an Arab suburb called "La Kalsa".

In this small suburb there lived a beautiful young woman who spent her time taking care of the flowers on her balcony.

One day, a young Moor was walking under the lady's balcony. He noticed the beauty of the young lady and he fell in love with her.

He did not wait a minute to declare his love and the beautiful young girl, impressed by the lover's audacity, quickly felt the same love.

Unfortunately, the young Moor was already married and was the father of several children... as soon as the young woman discovered that he might leave to find his family one day, she waited until nightfall and killed him while he was sound asleep. She cut off his head and used it as a vase for her plants so that she could have him by her side forever.

As the beauty of this vase was remarkable, the whole neighborhood wanted to own one like it.

From this moment, the creation of vases in the shape of Moorish heads began...

Ceramic vase, male Moor's head with representation of beautiful yellow lemons, made entirely by hand in Sicily - Italy.

Handcrafted in ceramic, double firing and hand painted.

The Moors were members of the Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber origin. In the 8th century they were converted to Islam and established power in North Africa, Sicily and Spain, where they established a civilization (756-1492).

THE LEGEND :

During the Arab domination in Sicily, in the city of Palermo there was an Arab suburb called "La Kalsa".

In this small suburb lived a beautiful young woman who spent her time tending to the flowers on her balcony.

One day a young Moor was walking under the lady's balcony. He noticed the beauty of the young lady and he fell in love with her.

He did not wait a minute to declare his love and the beautiful young girl, impressed by the audacity of the lover, quickly experienced the same love.

Unfortunately, the young Moor was already married and had several children ... as soon as the young woman found out that he could leave to find his family, one day she waited for night and killed him while he slept soundly. She cut off his head and used it as a vase for her plants so she could have him forever by her side.

As the beauty of this vase was remarkable, the whole neighborhood wanted to own a similar one.

From this moment, the creation of vases in the shape of the heads of Moors began...