Decorative ornament (2) - Unique art Sicily - Italy

Beautiful handcrafted Sicilian pine cones by the masters of pottery from Caltagirone, the mother of handmade ceramics.
The first is a spectacular pine cone painted by hand in various colors, with a decorated stem, height 23 cm, width 13 cm, and unique in its kind because, being handmade, it has its own characteristics that distinguish it from similar pieces.
The second, also handmade with a decorated stem, is 13 cm tall and 8 cm wide; they are representations of Sicilian societies where it is said that the Sicilian pine cone is a symbol of luck and good omen for the recipient. Modern design while maintaining the classic style of Caltagirone pottery.
In ancient Greece, the pine cone represented the god of male fertility, Dionysus, who had a pine cone decorating the top of his staff. As part of Greek beliefs, fertility generates prosperity, and when one is blessed with prosperity, it naturally shares it with others. In other ancient cultures, pine cones are symbols of spiritual wisdom, representing the third eye—the awakened inner transcendence toward enlightenment. According to more modern interpretations, pine cones are thought to attract prosperity into one’s home. The pine cone is a significant symbol. Botanically it is a reproductive entity: female cones contain seeds, while male ones contain pollen. In ancient Greece, the pine cone represented the god of male fertility, Dionysus, who had a pine cone decorating the top of his staff. As part of Greek beliefs, fertility generates prosperity, and when one is blessed with prosperity, it naturally shares it with others. In other ancient cultures, pine cones are symbols of spiritual wisdom. Entirely handmade (and hand-painted) by a skilled Sicilian craftsman on the wheel, made in precious Caltagirone ceramic. Each was shaped and applied by hand. Sicilian pine cones are symbols of an ancient tradition handed down from generation to generation to the present day. If you want to bring beauty, elegance, and charm to the office or to your home—or you want to make a nice gift—don’t miss these pine cones.