Sicilian Myths Part 4/9 - The Tragic Love Story Behind the Teste di Moro Ceramics скачать в хорошем качестве

Sicilian Myths Part 4/9 - The Tragic Love Story Behind the Teste di Moro Ceramics

Sicilian Myths Part 4/9 - The Tragic Love Story Behind the Teste di Moro Ceramics Discover the fascinating legend of Sicilian Moor’s Head vases, iconic ceramics you’ll see across Sicily, especially in Caltagirone. These intricately designed vases depict a Moorish man and woman, inspired by tragic love stories from the Arab occupation of Sicily. Tales of passion, betrayal, jealousy, and revenge tell of noble Sicilian girls and Arab or local lovers, whose heads were used as vases to grow basil, symbolizing grief and mourning. The legend inspired literary and artistic works by Boccaccio, John Keats, and painters like Everett Millais and Edward Burne-Jones. Learn about the history, symbolism, and enduring cultural significance of these beautiful Sicilian ceramic treasures, always made in pairs to honor the star-crossed lovers. 0:00 The Legend of the Moorish Vases 1:47 An Honour Killing 2:10 The Messina Legend of Mata and Grifone 2:40 Literary and artistic references 4:45 Symbolism History of Italy    • Historical Documentary   Your holidays in Italy & Sicily    • Travel Guides   History of Sicily    • Find My Italian Family   Italian & Sicilian Culture    • Italian & Sicilian Literature and Culture   Podcast Enjoy the Amalfi Coast    • What You Need to Know Before You Visit Ama...   Podcast What You Need to Know Before Visiting Italy & Sicily    • Travel Guides   Podcast Enjoy the Splendour of Tuscany    • What You Need to Know Before You Visit Tus...   History of the Roman Empire    • Плейлист   How to Ace Italian Bureaucracy    • Real Life as an Italian - Bureaucracy   Myths & Legends    • Myths & Legends   Please like, share and subscribe to learn more about La Bella Sicilia! :-) Support us on Patreon!   / sergioaperla