We the Italians July 18, 2016 - 81 | Page 32

th tH # 81 JULY 18 , 2016 # 81 juLY 18 , 2016 Every part of the province produces typical and traditional products, which vary in shape, composition and colour. Seminara terracotta stands out for its high quality and typical colouring, handed down from father to son. of Gerace is age old and heavily inspired by classic forms of the Greek pottery of Locri; it is also influenced by Venetian art of the 16th century, resulting in the production of goods with soft colours, such as green and yellow and a predominance of floral motifs. Not to go unmentioned, among the most characteristic reproductions, are the “Pinakes”, true masterpieces in both aesthetic and technical terms. Its predominant colours are green, yellow, blue and Brown. Its shapes are also unique, being closely tied to ancient popular traditions and decorated by specific shapes of flowers and animals. The products of Seminara include, first and foremost, the “Babbaluti”, anthropomorphic bottles dating back t