Antonio Zaccarella(アントニオ・ザッカレラ)
Antonio Zaccarella wall clock, Zaccarella Z945 [ZC945-005]
Antonio Zaccarella wall clock, Zaccarella Z945 [ZC945-005]
SKU:zc945005
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Antonio Zaccarella's "Olive Tree" art clock (Z945 ZC945-005) is an Italian ceramic art clock from Rome, fired using a carefully selected blend of European clays.
We are particular about our materials, which are a blend of carefully selected soils from Spain, France, Germany, Italy, and other parts of Europe.
A unique painting style established over a long history.
This kiln firing technique takes into account the cracks that occur during firing and incorporates them into the art.
This ceramic art expresses the various colors created by nature at different times with the artist's overflowing passion and artistry.
His creations, which combine Italian aesthetic sense with functionality, continue to inspire and fascinate those who see them.
The flower language of olives is "peace" and "wisdom."
The olive tree design, which brings happiness, is a gift that conveys your feelings for your loved one.
~ "Prayer" embodied in the olive design ~
The story begins at the end of March 2015, on a car ride from Rome to Zaccarella's workshop.
The always friendly Mr. Zaccarella suddenly looked serious and said, "In 2014, the olive harvest was poor all over the world, and here in Italy too. It's very sad for the people who live here." Unfortunately, Italy's olive harvest continued poorly in 2016.
This time, Zacarella will be releasing his olive designs, which incorporate prayers and wishes for a good harvest, exclusively in his shop in Rome and in Japan.
The unique touch that makes the most of the clay's characteristics, and the blue color that evokes the Mediterranean Sea. Because all the pieces are handmade, each one is unique in terms of the hand-drawn designs and color due to the degree of firing.
This wall clock is one of a kind and is the perfect gift, imbued with the wish that happiness will be bestowed upon the recipient.
<Profile of Antonio Zacarella>
Born in Isernia, Italy in 1951.
After graduating from art school, he began working as a ceramic artist in Austria.
He resumed his activities after returning to Japan.
He studied under Romero Lori, a Raku ware potter from Perugia, Italy, and eventually established his own unique pottery style.
He has received many art awards in his hometown of Montaquila, as well as in cities such as Salmona and Faenza.
<About the work>
The distinctive color effects, abstract geometric lines, and suggestive fairytale motifs of Zaccarella's work are the work of ceramicist Antonio Zaccarella and his sons, Angelo and Simone Zaccarella.
Their pieces are all individually handmade in Zacarella's workshop and can be found in art galleries and specialty stores in Italy and abroad.
Zacarella's ceramics are admired in the brand's showrooms near the Pantheon in Rome, in Capri and other Italian cities, and are equally popular in Spain, India, Australia and Japan.
<About the Atelier>
The atelier is located on a hill near the Volturno River in the Molise region of Italy, in the ancient Samnium region, which later became part of the Roman Empire. Antonio Zacarella has been forging ceramics for over 30 years.
The Raku ware technique allowed Antonio Zacarella to pursue his creative pursuits, and his sons Angelo and Simone have continued to create unique pieces.
<About the production techniques>
They are particular about the materials they use, blending carefully selected clay from Spain, France, Germany, Italy, and other parts of Europe. Their unique painting techniques (using enamels fused with oxides such as copper and silver nitrate) have been established over the years. Their kiln firing techniques also take into account the cracks that occur during firing, known as crazing, and incorporate them into the art.
The firing method is called "Raku ware," a technique that was commonly used in Japan during the Azuchi-Momoyama period. Raku ware is characterized by two firing processes: bisque firing and finishing firing after painting, resulting in excellent color development and a vibrant finish. It is known for its vibrant color expression, such as vibrant turquoise blue. After being removed from the kiln, sawdust is sprinkled on the piece to create an oxygen-free combustion effect. This extra step adds the unique coloring that is characteristic of Zaccarella. It is truly a "jewel" created by repeated coincidences/miracles, a "jewel" made by human hands.
Combining Italian aesthetics and functionality, Antonio Zaccarella's Italian ceramic art wall clocks are popular not only for living rooms, but also as gifts and commemorative gifts for housewarmings, store openings, weddings, and other special occasions.
| Frame material | Italian ceramic frame |
|---|---|
| Size and weight | 656×350×60mm/1.5kg |
| Battery | 2 x AA manganese batteries (batteries not included) |
| country of origin | Italy |
| Features and Functions | Quartz |
| [Note] | *The weight of the watch may differ slightly from the actual weight. Specifications such as surface finish, weight, and operation parts may be changed for improvement purposes. The color of the watch in the image may differ slightly from the actual product. |
| Warranty period | 1-year manufacturer's warranty |
