Materials | Hand-painted pottery and crystal glass beads. Hooks: nickel free steel. |
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Notes | It is a unique 100% handmade and hand-painted artwork, therefore the item's design and dimensions may differ slightly. Please do not regard possible imperfections as flaws, but rather as original and a testament that it was handcrafted with love and passion. Earrings height (hooks not included): 6 cm (2.4 inches). Necklace and bracelet are not included (they are different items that you may purchase). |
Estimated production time | 15 days |
Pottery prickly pear pad earrings
"L'aricchini ri ficurinnia chi frutti russi”
This pair of handmade and hand-painted pottery fruit earrings is the miniaturized version of prickly pear pads that characterize the typical Sicilian landscape and produce tasty and healthy fruits, named “ficurinnia” in Sicilian language.
Actually, prickly pears come from central America but they are now one of the most famous symbols of our island.
This hand-painted pottery jewelry reflects our heritage and lifestyle.
By wearing this pair of pottery prickly pear earrings you’ll have an authentic piece of Sicily and you’ll feel all the good vibes of our beloved island.
Sicily has a millenary tradition in the production of ceramics and today Sicilian pottery is among the best-known and appreciated in the world.
The art of pottery making is a very elaborate handicraft that requires a lot of skill and patience.
This pair of pottery earrings is wholly handmade and hand-painted in Sicily by the most skillful native artisans who respect the traditional shape of prickly pear pads.
The origins of the Opuntia Ficus Indica, the botanical name of the prickly pears, date back to the Spanish domination in Sicily during the fifteenth century, when they were imported from south and central America to Sicily.
Its pretty funny how a plant that is not even native can get naturalized and integrated so much into our Sicilian culture.
This pair of pottery prickly pear earrings belongs to our original collection of pottery jewelry.
It strives to preserve the soul of “Sicilianity” and our heritage.
Proudly display these precious Sicilian earrings for all your family and friends to see!
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