Contrade Dinnerware From Siena

DESCRIPTION

Contrade Italian Dinnerware is available in all 17 District Designs and each design is available in eight different products. The Unicorn (Leocorno), for centuries has represented the “Rione del Leocorno” during the Palio horse race. “Rione” stands for Neighborhood. The Contrade Italian Ceramics are handcrafted in Siena, Italy.

Leocorno is situated to the east of the Piazza del Campo. Traditionally, its residents were goldsmiths.

Leocorno‘s symbol is a unicorn, rampant, with the motto “Humberti regio gratia” (“A kingdom by the grace of Umberto“). Its colours are orange and white, bordered with blue.

Leocorno won the Palio of August 16, 2007.

Leocorno’s allies are Pantera and Tartuca. Its rival is Civetta (since 1960).

This piece is created as a special order, hand-painted just for you by skilled Italian artisans. Each item is crafted individually using time-honored techniques, resulting in a one-of-a-kind work that carries the mark and spirit of its maker. Because of this meticulous process, production takes time—but it is precisely this dedication to craftsmanship that makes it worth the wait. Place your special order and bring home an authentic piece made exclusively for you.

ARTISAN STORY

During the Renaissance, Italian cities were partitioned into districts or neighborhoods called Contrade to supply troops to the military. Today, the most celebrated Contrade are of Siena, where 17 Contrade, each represented by a symbol or animal, compete in the Piazza del Campo for pride and the glory of winning in a biannual horse race called the Palio di Siena, which dates back to 1656.