Drop-shaped Christmas ball painted with candles and flowers by Dellarte Ceramiche, 3 in

Drop-shaped Christmas ball painted with candles and flowers by Dellarte Ceramiche, 3.15 in.

This refined glazed ceramic Christmas ornament features a drop shape that enhances the design, giving the decoration a natural elegance. The depicted subject is a classic and timeless motif: two lit red candles framed by large red and white flowers, green holly leaves, and red berries, all details made even brighter thanks to the hand-applied gold outlines.

The production follows a traditional and complex ceramic technique. It starts with slip, a fluid clay mixture poured into gypsum molds specifically created to achieve the drop silhouette. After shaping, the ball is left to dry and fired at 1000°C to become solid ceramic. The surface is then hand-painted with glossy, non-toxic, lead-free enamels safe for the environment. Once the painting is complete, the ball is immersed in crystal clear glaze, a transparent glassy finish that protects the surface and enhances the colours.

After this stage, the second firing at 920°C takes place. The final step involves decoration with 10% pure gold, applied with extreme precision to define the brightest details, and fixed through a third and final firing at 720°C.

Each ball is the result of meticulous artisanal work, crafted by a historic Lucchese company established since 1900, specialising in the production of artistic Christmas ceramics.

A unique and elegant decoration, an excellent gift idea for your loved ones or even for yourself. Made in Italy.