Early 20th-Century Sicilian Terracotta Confectioner’s Mold w/ Floral Motif - 6¼"

An early 20th century Sicilian terracotta confectioner’s mold, oval and shallow with a long flower in relief, finished with a warm honey-toned glaze over buff clay. Hand formed with softly irregular edges, it reflects the island’s kitchen craft where molds like this shaped fruit jellies and candied pastes for feast days and family tables. Each example is unique, and this one shows quiet variations in glaze pooling and tone. The surface shows timeworn character with small rim nicks and light glaze wear adding to its authentic mediterranean charm.

Display it flat on a shelf or hang it as part of a kitchen wall arrangement for texture and warmth, or repurpose it as a trinket dish, soap rest, or small salt cellar near the stove. Its sun-baked color and botanical motif bring a gentle, handmade presence to a pantry, breakfast nook, or curated vignette. Pair it with natural linens, wood boards, and other humble ceramics to underline its simple beauty and the sense of history it carries.