{"product_id":"testa-di-moro-vase-italiensk-porcelaen","title":"Citron Man Vase in Ceramic – 45 cm (Testa di Moro)","description":"\u003cp class=\"dims-lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-painted Sicilian ceramic vase with citron motif. 45 cm tall, suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStyling ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAs a statement floor vase in the hallway next to a basket of dried branches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOn the terrace alongside terracotta pots and lavender\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePaired with the matching female figure on either side of a fireplace or shelf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ceramic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citron yellow with decorations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-painted in Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Male head with citron motif\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indoor and outdoor\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selected by Dims Studio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-painted at Ceramiche F.L. Orgia, a Sicilian family workshop established in 1965 and now run by the third generation. The citron yellow glaze is carried by visible brushstrokes, and each male head crowned with lemons and leaves varies slightly in shade — the hallmark of handcraft. The motif draws on Palermo's legend of love and betrayal, a southern Italian symbol rendered at a new scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"dims-product-readmore\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dims-rm-show\"\u003eCare \u0026 FAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dims-rm-hide\"\u003eShow less\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe dust with a soft cloth — outdoors it can be cleaned with a damp cloth. Bring the vase indoors during frost to prevent cracking in the glaze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dims-faqs\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails class=\"dims-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dims-faq-q\"\u003eWhat is the story behind Testa Di Moro?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dims-faq-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dims-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eTesta Di Moro originates from a Sicilian legend from Palermo about love and betrayal between a local woman and a Moorish man. Today, the male head crowned with lemons and leaves is a classic southern Italian symbol that adorns balconies, gardens and entrances throughout Sicily.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails class=\"dims-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dims-faq-q\"\u003eWhat is the difference between the male and female Testa Di Moro?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dims-faq-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dims-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe two figures belong together as a pair and are traditionally sold together. The man often wears a turban or crown of fruit — here lemons — while the woman has her hair adorned with flowers or fruit. They are typically placed in pairs on either side of a fireplace, entrance or shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails class=\"dims-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dims-faq-q\"\u003eCan a Testa Di Moro vase stay outdoors all year?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dims-faq-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dims-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vase can be used outdoors on a patio, balcony or in the garden during the warmer months. During frost it should be brought inside, as moisture in the glaze can expand and cause cracks. Sicily's Mediterranean climate is considerably milder than northern European winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails class=\"dims-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dims-faq-q\"\u003eHow do I clean a hand-painted Italian ceramic vase?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dims-faq-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dims-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe dust with a soft, dry cloth. For outdoor dirt, a lightly damp cloth can be used. Avoid abrasive cleaners and dishwashers, as these can wear down the hand-painted glaze over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails class=\"dims-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dims-faq-q\"\u003eIs the Testa Di Moro vase a good hostess gift or housewarming gift?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dims-faq-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dims-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — as a striking 45 cm floor vase it is a gift with weight and history behind it. 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