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Florentine Wall Plates

Page #39
Le Maschere della Buona Fortuna

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Florentine Wall Plates
An old Italian proverb says: “Ogni stagione ha il suo frutto” (Every season has its own fruit).
Hanging Wall Plates can add homey European flavor to any decor.
Each set has its own theme, including mythological animals, fruit still life, and botanical designs.
Item # 458 is sold individually while all others are sold only as a Set (3 Pc.) as shown

These plates set are painstakingly hand painted depicting the various seasonal fruits.
All are shipped  wall-hang ready with a concealed metal-wire loop on rear .

Note: These plates are shipped “For Decorative Purposes only” but are also available “Food-Safe”. Please specify when ordering.

Le Maschere della Buona Fortuna
The Masks of Prosperity

In ancient times, masks were often believed to contain great power.
Some of our elaborate masks depict Roman Gods, such as “Bacchus” the God of Wine, others represent the four seasons.
In the mystery and miracle plays of medieval Europe, masks were used to portray allegorical characters.
Masks were employed in Renaissance courtly entertainment. Artistica’s masks are completely Hand-Made in Florence—Italy, and the gorgeous fruit surrounding each mask is painstakingly hand-applied.

The Cornucopia of  great abundance.
The representation of a goat's horn overflowing with fruits, flowers, and vegetables, used to symbolize plenty or prosperity.

Features about the collections shown in this page:
FOR DECORATIVE PURPOSES ONLY  - INDOOR-OUTDOOR  - ABOUT THESE PRODUCTS
       
Features about the collections shown in this page:
INDOOR-OUTDOOR  - ABOUT THESE PRODUCTS  -