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A bold collision of ancient symbol and contemporary form, the Double Face Bookend from Baci Milano's Teste Matte collection brings the iconic Sicilian teste di Moro tradition into the modern interior. Read more...
A bold collision of ancient symbol and contemporary form, the Double Face Bookend from Baci Milano's Teste Matte collection brings the iconic Sicilian teste di Moro tradition into the modern interior. Crafted in sturdy polyresin with a distinctively matte finish, these sculptural paired figures keep your shelves in order while commanding a room — equal parts functional object and design statement.
The Teste Matte story draws from one of Sicily's most enduring legends: decorative head vases — adorned in traditional form with flowers, citrus, and jewels — that have crowned Sicilian balconies and interiors for centuries as symbols of passion and devotion. Baci Milano's reinterpretation strips away that ornament to amplify the essential silhouette: clean, graphic forms in contrasting matte tones that make tradition look radical. The dualism of the paired male and female faces becomes a dialogue between past and present, restraint and drama.
For Dubai homes that value design with a story, these bookends bring instant cultural depth to a console, library shelf, or living room vignette. A striking addition to the gifting calendar — the kind of object that earns a permanent place on display.
A bold collision of ancient symbol and contemporary form, the Double Face Bookend from Baci Milano's Teste Matte collection brings the iconic Sicilian teste di Moro tradition into the modern interior. Crafted in sturdy polyresin with a distinctively matte finish, these sculptural paired figures keep your shelves in order while commanding a room — equal parts functional object and design statement.
The Teste Matte story draws from one of Sicily's most enduring legends: decorative head vases — adorned in traditional form with flowers, citrus, and jewels — that have crowned Sicilian balconies and interiors for centuries as symbols of passion and devotion. Baci Milano's reinterpretation strips away that ornament to amplify the essential silhouette: clean, graphic forms in contrasting matte tones that make tradition look radical. The dualism of the paired male and female faces becomes a dialogue between past and present, restraint and drama.
For Dubai homes that value design with a story, these bookends bring instant cultural depth to a console, library shelf, or living room vignette. A striking addition to the gifting calendar — the kind of object that earns a permanent place on display.
Dust with a soft dry cloth.
Wipe with a damp cloth if needed. Pat dry.
No abrasive cleaners, bleach, alcohol or strong solvents. Keep away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.
Teste Matte reinterprets Sicily's teste di Moro — the legendary ceramic head vases of Moorish-era balconies — in confident contemporary matte. Stripped of traditional ornament, the paired male and female heads and bookends come in black, white, taupe and blue, embellished with flowers, citrus fruits and jewels.
Italian lifestyle brand celebrated for its playful elegance and contemporary charm. Mixing classic decorative motifs with modern materials and bold colours, the brand creates tableware and home accessories that feel both refined and joyfully expressive. Each collection blends tradition with a sense of fun, turning everyday dining into a vibrant, design-driven experience
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