Lanzafame Company, Sicilian Puppet Couple Orlando and Angelica, 1985, Iron and Wood

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A splendid pair of period Sicilian puppets, depicting the legendary protagonists of the Carolingian cycle: the valiant paladin Orlando and … Read more A splendid pair of period Sicilian puppets, depicting the legendary protagonists of the Carolingian cycle: the valiant paladin Orlando and the beautiful Angelica.

These artifacts are not mere souvenirs, but authentic folk art objects created by the historic company Lanzafame Sebastiano of Aci Sant’Antonio (Catania),

a world-class center of excellence for the decoration and construction of puppets. The pieces date back to 1985, a golden age for fine Sicilian collecting.

Construction Details and Materials
The workmanship strictly follows the canons of Catanian tradition, as confirmed by the included original guarantee certificate:

Face and Head: Sculpted in wood and finely hand-painted with vivid expressions.

Armor: Made of burnished brass, embossed and chiseled with ornamental motifs.

Clothing: Velvet and cotton robes, entirely hand-sewn with gold trimmings.

Accessories: Complete with original rigging rods, shields, and swords.

Technical Data
Features
Maker: Sebastiano Lanzafame (Aci Sant'Antonio)
Vintage Period (1985)
Dimensions (each): Height 28 cm
Total Weight 1.0 kg (approximately 500 g per piece)
Excellent Condition. The structure is intact, the fabrics are well preserved, and the natural oxidation of the brass lends it a timeless charm. See less