Turned terracotta bowls with lion masks

The terracotta bowl with lion mask lathe

The terracotta bowl with lion mask lathe is a handcrafted item according to the Tuscan tradition.

The lathe work is done with the same galestro clay which is brought to a more liquid state to be able to work it. Therefore it is water diluted with galestro. Its frost resistance is - 5° C.

The terracotta initially appears as a soft gray material that allows the potter to easily work the clay.

The clay is manually inserted into the plaster molds and takes the desired shape.

The clay must remain inside the mold for the time necessary to dry.

Therefore the potter will be able to make the necessary finishing touches to enhance its beauty.

Subsequently, before going into the oven, the product must dry completely to avoid unpleasant breakages.

The temperature is gradually increased until it reaches 1000 ° C: the temperature where the actual cooking takes place.

It is important to explain that this procedure requires 3 days:

• 1 day to raise the temperature to 1000 degrees
• 2 days to lower it and finally extract the finished product from the oven.

Once finished, the product is solid and pinkish in color.

Over thirty years of experience in the sector to guarantee the best choice of material and the best handcrafting.

However, given the handcrafted nature, the products may undergo some variations in size, weight and color.

You can buy it online securely with paypal or credit card.

In every piece we put our passion, kindness and wisdom.

Our terracotta products are different from standard ones: in fact we have our own production models and truly unique pieces.

Terrecotte Cestenoli has a variety of handcrafted products at its headquarters in the province of Florence. Customers have also visited this item.