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Stylised Orgosolo figures

The artefact

The stylised female figure wears the captivating traditional costume of Orgosolo, a landlocked village in central Sardinia, which is evoked by means of skillfully applied coloured brush strokes on a white background. This elegant sculpture, which is entirely handmade in enamelled ceramic, is distinctive of this ceramic artist’s expressive style.

Details

Materiali: Clay, Tin-glazing, Pure gold
Tecniche di lavorazione: Plate shaping, Manual shaping, Engraving or etching, Ceramic glazing, Terzo fuoco ("third fire")
Dimensioni: Height 42 cm; width 17 cm
Località di produzione: Elmas

Artigiano: Celestina Spiga
Settore: Ceramics

More details on the Mediterranean Crafts Archive

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Crafting technique: Plate shaping Manual shaping Engraving or etching Ceramic glazing Terzo fuoco ("third fire")
Tools: Pottery hand tools Electric kiln
Materials: Clay Tin-glazing Pure gold