The head of Medusa - a beautiful mythological figure

The enduring allure of Greek mythology has always captivated us with its beauty and richness of content, considered lavish compared to others, as an inseparable element woven into our roots. The enchanting Medusa, imagined in the artistic vision of Gloria Di Modica, seamlessly integrates into this rich and popular iconography.

An aesthetic and chromatic play unfolds, telling the story of the metamorphosis of beauty and innocent cruelty. Medusa, with her seductive and deadly charm, embodies the dark and enigmatic aspects of femininity.

The captivating allure of the colors used, the intricate richness of chromatic details, and the bold and lavish hairstyle defined by a captivating series of handcrafted snakes, each delicately placed on her head at various intervals, make this limited edition both unique and priceless.

Artefice Atelier is synonymous with the highest quality raw materials and human craftsmanship.

The dual nature of the ceramic object is one of the most fascinating aspects of human activity to explore. In fact, success in resolving the divide between practical problems and individual expression presents a creative challenge for Artefice Atelier. The way it approaches this subject defines the quality of its perception and artistic creativity.

SICILY, OUR STRENGTH

Here, the power of volcanoes merges with a rich and fascinating past, inspiring culture, rich traditions, and a vibrant present. This unique place unleashes inspiration with its wild beauty, the aftermath of eruptions, and a history that still echoes in its ancient ruins.

With its natural majesty and timeless cultural heritage, Sicily offers endless nourishment for creativity.

In fact, this island, with its captivating landscapes and very rich culture, is a creative breeding ground for Artefice Atelier, which draws the essence of its works from here. Artistic artifacts, shaped by their master craftsmen, contain the glowing energy of volcanoes and the depth of ancient Sicilian legends, giving each piece a unique soul.

TO BE MADE

One of our strengths is the continuous exchange of ideas with clients. Comparing with their thoughts, their needs, provides essential and irreplaceable ideas for creating ever-new articles.

Each piece is created with care and love, with attention to detail; And the working method is part of the brand's identity, which they will never betray. Fundamental to them is the continuous search for new stimuli, original harmonies, expanding horizons, through artistic expressions that are never banal and always experimental.

The brand also stands out for the quality of the raw materials it works with, such as stoneware suitable for tableware. Every day they work to achieve the main goal: to put all creativity at the service of others, to realize their desires, through their artistic sense.

FROM EARTH TO MAJOLICA

Each work is born from a pencil sketch, which is a translation of the artist's thought. From there, the shaping of the object transforms the image of imagination into reality. Skilled hands use clay and water and can almost magically create the desired shapes. Left to dry for a few days under special conditions, the object reaches the so-called "leather hardness" and will thus be ready for the first firing at about 1000°C.

The terracotta is then ready for decoration. This is the phase of the production process during which the artist gives their all. It often involves giving space to imagination and color.

The production process ends with a second firing at about 920°C, which gives brilliance to the colors and fixes the paints over the centuries. Sometimes, due to the gloss, a third firing is necessary.

WITH ALL OUR HEART

Dynamic, eclectic, based on artistic experiences, continuous search for beauty, and planning to make Made in Italy its strength and pride. It focuses on the highest quality materials and highly experienced workers with refined craftsmanship.

Proposal for the furnishing, style, and design of a contemporary home, suggested through a profile emulating various artistic expressions, where painting art merges with different forms, manifesting in unique objects, raw earth that can now become a vase, now a lamp, now a praying and dynamic sculpture.

State-of-the-art technologies, a willingness to experiment, continuous commitment to research, and our motivation are the success factors of the manufactory.

DESIGN, QUALITY, AND ORIGINALITY

Our entire production is guided by the pursuit of style, in the name of elegance and good taste, where tradition and modernity, design and innovation come together to offer a product of excellence.

Every detail expresses great passion and distinct craftsmanship: profound knowledge of raw materials, majolica processing, and a keen attention to detail. All tangible results of a relentless quest for beauty and character, where design meets the experience of the most meticulous craftsmanship.

Artefice Atelier, being a fortunate meeting of stylistic inspirations from the past and the continuous search for the most modern charm, interprets high creativity at the highest level, a meeting of art, design, and good taste, while the alchemy of colors combined with material sign, generate avant-garde objects with a unique and unparalleled personality.