Sorella Luna has worked over the last four years to find the best quality of ceramics and to build relationships with the manufacturers. We brings you the experience of these age-old and ancient techniques to the ceramics that we offer. Currently, we work with 10 artisans/manufacturers from Italy, and would like to show the Majolica two-fire or three-fire process through the different manufacturers.
Located at the end of "Ceramic Row" in lower Deruta, the vibrant Gialletti Giulio ceramic factory has become one of the largest manufacturers of ceramics in the region. Founded by father Giulio, the factory is now run by sons Antonio and Carlo who are committed to quality and excellence. Their products range from tea-lite candles to huge yard urns.
FIMA has gained an excellent reputation throughout the U.S. for quality. Their precise paintings are stunning, particularly of the Ricco Deruta, Rafaellesco and Ricco Vario styles. FIMA is the premier factory for Sorella Luna's exquisite dish and tableware.
Massimilliano Ninci lives outside of Montelupo just north of San Gimignano in Tuscany. His signature painting styles of grapes, lemons, olives and pomegranates bring the Tuscan landscape directly to your home.
Located in upper Deruta, FIDIA is consists of 10 members of the Veschini family of artisans, notably Attilio and Rossella Quintili. Their unique artistry blends the richness of deep cobalt with geometries and acanthus while resurrecting the delicate Medieval styles.
Considered a master in his own right, Umberto Nicolini, age 81, still paints today. He was commissioned to reproduce Church Relics by the State of Umbria over 40 years ago until the present. Whether creating a masterpiece brought to you or working in exacting detail on those ancient works, care is given to each paint stroke.
Mario and Iliana Sambuco operate the their factory located in lower Deruta. Sambuco is best known for their 3-fire, 18-carat, gold-leaf firing process. With this technique, Sambuco creates stunning yet durable products such as vases, tureens, and coffee and tea servies.
Located next door to Sambuco, the Mateucci brothers, Emanuele and Alessandro, run their SERMAT factory. Their unique medieval style is unmistakably present in the creations of chess boards, large urns, clocks and centerpieces. SERMAT produces the widest range of floor art and centerpieces that would make any living space come alive and appear more prosperous and timeless.
Patrizio Chiucchiu, one of the most revered ceramic masters in Deruta Inspired as a child, finding ceramic shards from vases and plates made over 300 years ago. Patrizio makes all his own glazes from shaving metals and mixing plants and flowers.
Sabrina Matteucci and Raimondo Baffoni create one-of-a-kind pieces in their fabulous bucchero and unique majolica style art. They are fun-loving people who work hard and achieve excellence in their art. Sorella Luna is the only retail store in the world besides their gallery to carry Baffoni products.
