Nautical Diamond 10-inch Ceramic Bowl (Morocco)

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Brief Description

Item#: 12095222
  • Add color to your home with an exotic bowl
  • Pottery of this type is made in Safi, Morocco, a fishing town on the Atlantic coast of Morocco
  • Decorative accessory features a diamond pattern on a rich blue background
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    Product Features:
    • Add color to your home with an exotic bowl
    • Pottery of this type is made in Safi, Morocco, a fishing town on the Atlantic coast of Morocco
    • Decorative accessory features a diamond pattern on a rich blue background
    • Clay is softened by hand and formed using a potter's wheel which is powered by foot
    • Pieces are dried in the sun then baked in kilns that are over 200 years old
    • Hand-etched and hand-painted
    • Measures 10 inches wide x 4.5 inches deep
    Story Behind the Art:

    Although there are some women entering into this craft, Moroccan pottery it is an art form that is predominantly composed of male artisans. The artisans range in age from teenagers to men in their late 60’s. Safi is known as one of the centers for this art and utilizes red clay to create the ceramic pottery. In speaking to a Moroccan artisan, one will find that he/she is very proud of their art form. If the father is an artisan then the son will almost always learn the father's trade. It is the responsibility of the son to look after his family and he inherits the secrets of the craft from his father or grandfather.

    What is Worldstock?

    The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly.

    Imported


    WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
 

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating: 5

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dkphd from Texas, Sep 10, 2009

Really vibrant colors. Good purchase at the price.

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