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Small princess head

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Finish Blue Ivory Wood Gold

Quantity

2 in stock

Terracotta reproduction of a small princess head
Egyptian art, New Kingdom

Handmade in Brittany, France
Hand-decorated

Dimensions : H 9 x W 5 x D 6 cm

Poids : 0.115 kg

SKU:Eg 003 007a

Material: Terracotta

Used for thousands of years, terracotta can be used to create pieces as close as possible to the originals.

Unlike plaster or resin, terracotta is heavier, more fragile and more difficult to work with, but the finesse of the material, the feel and the finishing possibilities all combine to create exceptional pieces with a soul.

Decors and finishes

All pieces are hand-decorated by our skilled craftsmen.

We use two methods for decoration and finishing, which vary from piece to piece:

- Engobe decoration: this is one of the oldest techniques used to decorate ceramics. It consists of clay to which color pigments are added. The possibilities are endless. It enables fine, precise decoration, but does not protect or solidify the ceramic.

Glaze decoration: Difficult to work with, glaze is used to add a transparent or colored layer of glass to ceramics. This mineral-based layer waterproofs the pieces and makes them more resistant. Colored enamels give vivid colors and incomparable brilliance.

Handcrafted Bretagne, France

All our pieces are made in our workshop in Brittany, France, by a team of skilled craftsmen.

For almost 20 years, men and women with golden hands have been perpetuating the ceramic know-how of this family business.

Manufacturing on demand

Don't have enough stock of the part you want?

No problem! We make pieces directly to order.

Please note that there is a manufacturing lead time, which varies from piece to piece.

If you would like to order a large quantity, please contact us by telephone or email.

Cleaning and care

The pieces can be easily dusted with a soft cloth or feather duster, for example.

Note that pieces decorated with engobe are waxed and patinated to give them a more or less shiny historical appearance.

Secure and eco-responsible packaging

All the parts are packed with the utmost care, and sometimes double-packed to ensure they are transported without breakage.

We mainly use recyclable cardboard for our packaging. Depending on the item, bubble wrap may be used for extra protection.

Delivery and Returns

Delivery in France and abroad with ‘breakage’ guarantee against signature only.

Returns within 14 days.

Consult the frequently asked questions for more information, instructions and return conditions.

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Date and origin

Unknown
Egypt

Original conservation site

Musée du Louvre, Paris, France

A little history about the small princess head

The shape of this little princess head is round, soft and sensual. The almond-shaped eyes are slightly slanted and the lips are subtly fleshy.
The artist chose two shades of blue: a dark blue for the wig, very fashionable at the time of the reign of Amenophis III, with its regular vertical plaits, which frames the face in a lighter blue, emphasising its softness. The result is a truly beautiful and harmonious piece.
Unfortunately, this head hides a secret. The Musée du Louvre acquired it in 1923, but without knowing its origin, as no inscription had been found on it. For 80 years, specialists questioned the authenticity of this piece. Finally, in 2007, scientists at the Louvre analysed the glass and discovered chemical elements used to opacify glass that were unknown to the ancient Egyptians, but had been used by glassmakers since the end of the 19th century. The enthusiasm surrounding the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb enabled counterfeiters to sell numerous pieces inspired by the heads discovered at Tell el Amarna to various museums. Despite this, we can't help but appreciate their beauty.

Unique know-how and excellence

Memento Temporï workshop

Model creation
Whether it's from photos or a printed 3D scan, it all starts with sculpting the model that will be used to make the mould.
Mould making
Plaster moulds are made from the sculpture. Depending on the piece, the mould is more or less complex: 2 or more parts.
Casting and cleaning
Clay is poured into the mould. When the thickness is ideal, the excess is emptied. The piece can then be removed from the mould and cleaned.
Firing the piece(s)
When the piece is dry, it is fired a first time. The result is a ceramic bisque ready for decoration.
Decorations
The decorations are created using engobe (pigmented clay) or glaze (a transparent or coloured layer of glass), as close as possible to the originals.
Finishes
Depending on the piece, it is returned to the kiln before the finishes touches: base, wax, patina, etc. to give it a unique historical look. The piece is finished and packaged.