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Moor's Head Atena - King - White with Black Polka Dots |
Artisan Sicilian Decor, Sicilian Heads Saturn
Handcrafted
White turban, decorated and with a very special "hammered" effect
Caltagirone Ceramic
Teste di Moro
As seen on WHITE LOTUS
Dimensions: 15.75" H x 11" W
Dimensions (cm): H.40 L.28
We import directly from the artisans in
Sicily. Our Moor Heads are Caltagirone
ceramic productions are entirely handmade in
Sicily by DD Ceramiche Siciliane. These are
the real thing - not a knock off and comes
with paperwork to authenticate. You will
receive exactly this ceramic planter. All of
our planters are one of a kind, 100%
handmade and hand painted in Italy. No two
pieces are alike.
Each Moor's Head is a beautiful stand alone
piece but can also be used as a vase to fill
with flowers and plants.
We certify that each product is entirely
handmade and that any "small imperfections"
are typical of the handcrafted workmanship.
Each piece is one-of-a-kind.
Made in Italy
Curious about how all this started? Here's
the backstory: It was love at first sight
and he didn’t hesitate to tell her he was
madly in love with her. She happily
returned his love and dreamed of him on her
balcony where she loved to spend time caring
for her plants. She soon realized her
mistake when he announced he would be
returning to his wife and children in
Arabia. Blinded by jealousy and rage as
reality sunk in, she killed her lover, cut
off his head, filled it with basil and hung
it from her balcony so they could be
together forever. She watered the basil
with her tears. While we don't recommend
THAT, we DO recommend these incredible
one-of-a-kind works of art.
Check our other listings for other
one-of-a-kind, handmade, Italian Moor's Head
vases.
Thanks for looking! Please email with any
questions!
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ABOUT US...
About 90 years ago, our grandmother, Rebecca,
commissioned a greenhouse to be built in the deep end of their
backyard. It sat in a clearing, beside the old cottage, with
only an abandoned three well aluminum sink, and my granddaddy's
first vegetable garden, between it and the dark tree line where
deer and bobcats roamed beneath the pines.
We grew up
watching her take care of each of her finds, watering, cleaning,
dividing and repotting them as they grew. She knew them so well,
loved them even. She'd move them from one side of the greenhouse
to the other depending on their needs, their appearance, the
light, the pot, the space, the season. A tarped mound of play
sand appeared one day beneath a nearby pecan tree. We knew it
was not for us.
I watched her,
amazed by the
exotic,
other-world she
had created
inside those
glass windows.
Every shelf was
full of crazy,
beautiful
creatures that
seemed so
foreign to other
yards on the
Georgia Fall
Line where box
woods
traditionally
buttressed
Charleston
grass, then gave
way to mounds of
daylilies and
azaleas rolling
wild to the edge
of some nearby
fence line or
pecan orchard.
Back then, in
the 50s, 60s and
70s she learned
wherever she
could. From the
set of the New
Illustrated
Encyclopedia of
Gardening that
sat on the
bottom bookshelf
in the den, from
the local feed
and seed stores
in the south and
east sections of
town, from the
church garden
club she
started, from a
rural garden
club near the
house which met
at the public
school, and even
at the farmer's
market...she
borrowed, shared
and traded
plants and
knowledge.
When I got my
first apartment in Atlanta, I asked her how to choose some cacti
for our place. We were standing in the middle of her azalea
garden, where she relished such questions near the end of the
day. "Always buy the ugliest ones you can find," she told me.
Then she laughed, met my eyes and led me to the house.
Today, almost 50 years later, I still have her lime green copy
of Exotic Plant Manuel that she kept on the mahogany sideboard
in the living room, and I use it every day too. And I know how
happy she would be to see us, to see me, carrying on her
tradition of growing, and loving, the ugliest cacti
(and
succulents) we can find.
Los Angeles, 2020
We are an exotic
cactus and succulent
shop based in Los
Angeles, California.
As a registered and
licensed nursery,
it’s our mission to
provide the most
exotic cacti and
succulents in the
world to you at
great prices so you
can have a
collection our
grandmama would love
to explore! We
curate our
collection from
around the world and
ship directly from
our greenhouse to
you. We very much
appreciate your
support of our
small, independent
business and happily
share part of our
earnings with those
in need in our
community.
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WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING
I think he or they are all cacticists. Thank you.
David DeFour, Alpena, Michigan
This Moon Cactus is
incredible! I love it! Thanks so much for the great service - it
arrived quickly & in perfect condition!!!
--Candis Cebula - Denver, Colorado
One of the best shops I have purchased from. Cactus are always packaged well and exceed expectations. Thanks Hector!
--Titus McManigle - Ramsey, Minnesota
I am beyond pleased with this gorgeous plant! It arrived quickly in perfect condition due to the excellent packaging. I will certainly shop here again. I have always wanted a Medusa plant and I thank you for making this available.
--Candis Cebula - Denver, Colorado
I spent
a lot of time on the Shangri-Ha website placing an order.
What an eclectic experience! It made me have the epiphany
that the offspring of Love and Beauty must be Art. The
Italian terracotta planters are identical to the ones we saw
near Florence and I had to reorder a second set because my wife
liked them so much! We moved a 25 year old euphorbia into
one! Thank you Delight and Hector for working with us and
reminding us to stop and smell the succulents. I hope we
get to see your beautiful nursery...full of art...in person one
day!
--J. Daniel - Macon, Georgia
Wow! Beautiful! Thank you for the gift! Packaged secured.
--Johanna Zaragoza - Long Beach,
California
The plant was beautiful. Carefully packaged, arrived in a timely
manner and Hector was very responsive!
--Mercy Desumala - Pleasanton,
California
Beautiful specimen. Fast shipping and great packaging. Can't wait to
see the new growth in the future. Just as advertised.
--Byron Hinton - Sahuarita, Arizona
I just can't believe my eyes! This is my absolute Favorite plant of
all time! It looks just like a dinosaur! I'm truly in love. Hector
has the healthiest plants. His packaging is done with such care and
his shipping time is lightning Fast! I'm so happy! Thank you again
and again Hector!
--Sue M. Smith - Chicago, Illinois
I am VERY impressed with everything about Shangri-Ha Cactus Ranch. This is the best collection of my favorite plants that I've ever seen! They never disappoint! Beautiful website, service and personnel that give every order special attention, a real delight in the business world today!
--Hazel Bostick - Jeffersonville, Georgia
Great quality. Fast shipping. Sent as a gift and recipient loves
it!
--Jeannie Wagener - Burbank,
California
Outstanding Amazing Cactus! gorgeous I love it! Perfect packing, super speedy shipping and the best customer service!
--Jacqueline Becker - Mesquite, Nevada
The plant was packaged and protected perfectly for shipping and received with no damage. Very happy with my purchase. My little Buddha is adorable!
--Kathy Bartz, Janesville, Wisconsin
Would buy from this seller again.
--Noppol Keeratiyakul - Concord,
California
Beautiful cactus. Arrived in great condition, thanks!
--Wendy Pearson - Canton, Connecticut
Plant arrived quickly, and much larger than what I expected. Very
healthy!
--Kate Craig - Clearwater, Florida
Will order from here again.
--Pamela Bell - Escondido, California
I love my purchase from Shangri-Ha!!! The packaging was excellent,
the plants are lovely and they came very quickly.
--Hannah Konnoff - Sacramento,
California
Packaged with care. Item is wonderful. Thank you!!!
This Autumn Flame is stunning. Perfect in every way. Will purchase
from this seller anytime.e.
--Terri House - Gloucester, Virginia
Fast shipping. Absolutely stunning plant, exactly as pictured. Thank
you very much. So happy with my purchase!
--Brynne Faloon - Osceola, Indiana
This is a hard to find, beautiful Hoya. I was happy to find one in
the US! It was very nicely packaged, and shipped very quickly. Thank
you!
--Pierotti Kim - Painted Post, New
York
Beautiful plant. Excellent service. Would definitely buy from them
again!
--Rose Leinhauser - Federick, Maryland
Plant was shipped safely and arrived healthy. It flowered within a
week, very pleased customer!
--Christian Storck - Corbett, Oregon
Nice healthy plant. Fast shipping. Good packaging. Excellent
service!!!
--Luis Ramirez - Coconut Creek,
Florida
Items received were just as described!
--Mary Ann Rogal - Boerne, Texas
Magnificent! Perfect everything, plant, super fast shipping,
excellent packing and the best communication! Top seller!
--Jacqueline Becker - Mesquite, Nevada
Shipped quickly and the plant was in great condition when it
arrived. Overall, I am very happy with my purchase.
--Eric Atencio - Denver, Colorado
This guy came little but his color and his roots are grand! Excellent packaging and the Fastest shipping ever! This seller cares about his plants and his customers. Pure Excellence! Thank you!
--Sue M. Smith - Chicago, Illinois
This is a lovely ming thing, and looks so nice with my two others.
It was well packed and came in good time. Thank you!
--Cynthia Hosick, Mount Vernon
Washington
Well packed and fast shipping.
--Ana Lobato - Chino, California
Super-fast shipment and super beautiful plant. Even though the plant
came in upside down, it was packed very carefully and didn't have a
single damaged leaf.
--Lubov Varner - Muskogee, Oklahoma
Healthy! Very happy! Perfect seller! The wax seal you used on the
package is super cute too btw :-)! Thanks a bunch!!!!
--Jeanette Lloyd - Chatsworth,
California
Thank you again for your great service! Absolutely beautiful plant!
Fast shipping! Highly recommended!!
--Christopher Gamboa - Covina,
California
One of the most unusual ways to grow a plant I have ever seen. Very
striking appearance. Very healthy too. I was able to pick-up the
plant in person at the seller's home...no shipping needed. Seller is
very friendly and helpful. She served me hot chocolate and
cookies!!! A pleasure to meet her and her grower partner. I am very
happy. Thanks so very much!!!
--Robert Rosenthal - Fullerton,
California
The "Boxing Glove Cholla" arrived in great condition. It is healthy
and undamaged. Cactus was exactly as advertised. Received very fast
from vendor. Plant arrived well packaged for shipping, and
undamaged. Very pleased with transaction. Have purchased from this
grower previously, and will again, without hesitation. Highly
recommended. SMILES
--George H. Thomas - Altadena,
California
Seller cannot measure accurately because the seller cheats himself.
This plant was HUGE and unscarred. I love it. It is solid with no
soft spots.
--Jeffrey Haynes - Thurmond, North
Carolina
Excellent, well-packed, beautiful and exquisite!!! A++++ Thank you!!
--Freeman Harper - Iowa City, Iowa
Beautiful and healthy I'm extremely happy with my purchase. I've
been wanting this plant for a long time. It's healthy and thriving
--Michael Mary - Brooklyn New York
Awesome Seller, super fast shipping, beautiful specimen!! A+++++
--William Oon - Warren, New Jersey
Great transaction, fast shipping!!
--Rebecca Salcedo - San Jose,
California
Very well packaged and BETTER AND BIGGER THAN EXPECTED! 6 inch plant
for the price of a 4 inch one. Great value. Keep them coming!!!
--Kerry Krivoshein - Troy, Michigan
Thank you! Got here super fast, packed very well, is safe snd sound
with my other astros. He's so beautiful!!!!!!!! Thank you!!!!!!
--Amanda Bude - Stillwater, Minnesota
Thank you thank you!! It came and it is gorgeous! Packed extremely
well! And always responded to messages!
--Tammy Hashmi - Lebanon, Tennessee
Fast delivery, and item was as described!
--Glenn Murray - Lancaster, California
It?s awesome. Big and healthy. If it's not the one in the pic it's a
twin. I love it when the pic tells the real story!!
--Sonya Evans - Redlands, California
Buddhaa's Temple arrived in perfect
condition. And loving the wax stamp on the packaging. Displays
seller's confidence in their products!
--Lindsay Ho - Downington Pennsylvania
This is a great Italianate pot perfect for gardens. It is the second
one I bought!
--Ljoro Ljuljic - Orangeburg, New York
I love my new baby! Thanks so much for taking the time to answer my
questions
and even sending me a picture of my plant before shipping it!
--Mindy Yip - New York, New York
Amazing seller! Everything as described and packaged so well. Will
be purchasing from again!
--Ryan Palabrica - Hastings, Nebraska
Awesome Cactus love it thanks so much!
--Jacqueline Becker - Mesquite, Nevada
So delighted with this very Italianate Tuscan pot.
--Ljoro Ljuljic - Orangeburg, New York
Healthy plants. Shipped INSANELY fast! I placed my order on October
6th...arrived at my door October 8th! A+++++
--Chris Bodah - Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania
Great size! Top quality specimen. I'm so happy! Every single
plant was so carefully wrapped. Hector shipped them out the very
same day! Deserves 10 stars. Thank you!
--Sue M. Smith - Chicago, Illinois
Arrived quickly, item as described, and is healthy.
--Roberto Herrera - Pasco, Washington
Thanks Hector, once again, for sending this most beautiful clay
basket, arrived very well packed, much bubble wrap!!Gorgeous! Best
wishes
--Maryann Moretti - Foster, Rhode Island
What a unique and interesting plant! It arrived quickly and safely!
Thanks so much for the great service!
--Candis Cebula - Denver, Colorado
Excellent! Would recommend to friends and family. Thank you!
--Jun M Wu - Huntingdon Valley,
Pennsylvania
A beautiful grafted specimen. Very well packed and fast delivery.
Thanks.
--George Marengo - New York, New York
This plant far exceeded my expectations! Much nicer than picture.
Very healthy. Unique. One of my favorite plants now. Super happy
with this plant and shop. Well packaged. A+
--Carol Rowe - Newtown, Connecticut
Beautiful specimen, packaged and shipped well!
--Jeff Tyler - Sacramento, California
This is a great Italianate pot perfect for gardens. It is the second one I bought!
--Ljoro Ljuljic - Orangeburg, New York
Quality item as described. Quick ship.
--Robb White - Chicago Park,
California
Great plant!! Healthy and ready to be welcomed into my garden.
--Danielle Powers - Lemon Grove,
California
Oh my goodness, the plants this seller sends out are incredibly
healthy! This (horse's teeth) plant is so robust, it looks like it came from a horse's mouth! The roots on every single plant from this seller are
the healthiest I've ever received. Thank you very much! Don't
hesitate to buy here!
--Sue M. Smith - Chicago, Illinois
I received an amazing cactus that was packaged well and very
healthy! This shop is great and Hector is very helpful. I will
definitely order from here again.
--Titus McManigle - Ramsey, Minnesota
I don't have enough words to describe how vivid the colors are on
this beauty! Even better in person. I've bought some really great
plants. Every now and then though you get some that excel. The
plants from this seller excel. The size is a little bit small but
the beauty is Great! Every single plant I received is top notch.
The shipping time is the absolute best/fastest I have received from
anywhere! Oh and the packaging is also remarkable. Every single
aspect shows how much this seller cares about sending out quality in
all manner while providing excellent customer service. Don't
hesitate to buy here! Thank you so much Hector!
--Sue M. Smith - Chicago, Illinois
A gorgeous plant. Thanks!
--Michael Mueller - Indio, California
Fast delivery, and item was as described!
--Glenn W. Murray - Lancaster,
California
Wonderful item received, fast shipping & good packaging too! 5
STARS!
--Edmund Grantham - Mililani, Hawaii
Lovely plant, helpful seller!
--Carole J. Brander - Grand Rapids,
Michigan
Great condition and beautiful roots!
--Matthew Michael Chauvin - Honolulu,
Hawaii
Very good communication, happy with seller and product. Thanks
again!!
--Josh Cook- Santa Barbara,
California
Beautiful plant and larger than I anticipated!
--Matthew Michael Chauvin - Honolulu,
Hawaii
Item, 'Euphorbia enopla variegata
- Variegated Pincushion Euphorbia
- Rare Import Succulent' as described and was shipped and received
promptly. It's very nice. Thank you very much.
--Tish Maddock - San Diego, California
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