Handmade figurine of newlyweds - Sibania

A porcelain figurine of two newlyweds sitting face to face on a marble platform. He is dressed in a black suit with a bow tie. It appears he is about to raise his hand towards his fiancée, asking for her hand. He wears a puffy white tulle dress with a fitted bust and a small rose on the collar. Her hair is decorated with tiny light blue flowers, similar to the small roses she holds in her hands as she gazes at her broom with dreamy eyes.

Every item produced by Sibania is absolutely unique both in the craftsmanship of each piece and in the execution technique, which is unparalleled and difficult to imitate. These objects are fully modeled and hand-painted in our laboratory in Vicenza (Italy). The clothing consists of thin porcelain sheets with printed textures. These sheets are cut according to the dress pattern and then patiently applied to the sculpture’s torso. Hairstyles are also occasionally handcrafted. On the “biscuit” terracotta, faces, clothing, and accessories are painted with non-toxic colors; the piece is finally subjected to further firing called “third fire.” Additional details, such as violin strings or stand supports, are added at this stage to the finished piece.

The highest quality material in the form of porcelain combined with manual work and unique designs is the hallmark of Sibania. It is a tribute to true craftsmanship, human dexterity, and the times when handmade was a valued commodity. The exquisite porcelain dolls they create are their signature, recognized worldwide. Sibania is an Italian company based in Vicenza. Italian craftsmanship and the tradition of artisan workshops form the foundation of the company’s ongoing research into materials and production techniques.

From porcelain paste to production, the entire process is developed entirely in workshops in Isola Vicentina, where skilled artisans, designers, and painters meticulously refine each figurine and give each face its own expression. Inspired by the stylistic and technical features of traditional porcelain craftsmanship known as Capodimonte, Sibania has been producing porcelain since 1980. Building on this tradition, characterized by exceptional manual skills, the company strives to introduce continuous innovations while maintaining handcrafted techniques and Italian craftsmanship as benchmarks.

The manufactory places great importance on the evolving tradition of artisan workshops, with precise material research, and one of their goals is continuous product innovation with a focus on human health: using only non-toxic, lead-free, cadmium-free, and other hazardous substances. Based on experience with Capodimonte porcelain, Sibania can proudly state that since the mid-1980s, it has been a leading company in the production of porcelain dolls. Indeed, since the 1980s, production has been based on its own biscuit component models for major artisan workshops and porcelain doll manufacturers in Italy. In 1998, the company began producing figurines, small sculptures mainly depicting children. On one hand, they continuously remember the productive finishing and decorating techniques learned during Capodimonte experiences, and on the other, they introduce new stylistic and technical methods. The unique and specific techniques used by Sibania, along with the widespread manual skills, allow us to say that their works are truly one-of-a-kind.

These romantic figurines aim to represent the world— the world of childhood, full of emotions and evoking feelings in those who experience it; believing that the purity of porcelain makes it the most suitable material for artistically depicting childhood innocence and purity. Traditional techniques serve as a starting point for a more innovative and contemporary portrayal, as the company’s current and modern expression is particularly distinctive. These figurines are collectibles, but their expressive power can easily convey care or messages, making them occasionally very meaningful gifts.