La légende des têtes de Maure Siciliennes

A Sicilian legend

Maison Gala is delighted to present its exclusive collection of ceramic Moorish Heads.

These captivating creations pay homage to a legend deeply rooted in Sicilian history and add a touch of mystery to your interior decor.

Of love…

Once upon a time, in the Arab Kalsha neighborhood of the city of Palermo, there lived a young girl living in a sumptuous palace who devoted her days to caring for her flowers.

One day, while she was on her balcony, she put the gaze of a young Moor with whom she fell madly in love.

However, the young girl was unaware that the Moor she was in love with was already married and had children in the East, where he was destined to return very soon.

To passion…

Blinded by love and jealousy, the young girl waited until nightfall to take action. While the Moor slept peacefully, she cut off her head to keep it with her forever. She then transformed the head into a vase where she sowed and watered flowers with her own tears.

Passers-by discovered these luxuriant plants growing in these very particular vases, in the shape of a Moor’s head . Intrigued and fascinated, they commissioned clay vases with the same distinctive features from local artisans.

A craft heritage

This is how the artisan tradition of Sicilian Moorish heads was born, a tradition that has fueled the creative imagination of many Sicilian artisans. Sicilian Moorish heads are therefore much more than simple decorative objects.

These pieces symbolize the power of love, all-consuming passion, and the tragedy of a shattered destiny. They also embody the skill and dedication of the artisans who meticulously bring these exceptional pieces to life.

This is how our craftsmen, with their ancestral know-how and their passion for ceramics, have perpetuated this unique art, creating pieces of striking beauty. Each Moor’s head: Palermo , Catania and Norman , and even our Moor’s heads created on demand, tell a story and embody a centuries-old tradition.

The Maison Gala Moorish Heads collection

At Maison Gala, we are proud to continue this tradition, offering an exquisite collection of Moorish heads. Each piece is crafted with care and love, reflecting the history and soul of Sicilian Moorish heads .

Let yourself be enchanted by the legend of the Sicilian Moorish heads and immerse yourself in a world where love and art meet to create unique pieces.

With Maison Gala, discover the rich and fascinating heritage of artisanal ceramics and bring a touch of Sicilian history into your home.