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Il-Bebbuxu – The snail is just unique – we have decided to leave the comments and feelings to you. Someone might interpret as the Home, the Protection or maybe the Wise, Slow but Focused snail.
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The Crown symbol of power, victory, triumph, honour, glory and immortality. The Crown is vastly used in the Maltese tradition, being also used by the church to glorify God and saints. It is also the symbol used extensively in weddings for the bride being the Queen of the night. Dimensions – Length:20cm, Width:15cm, Depth: 4.5-7cm
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Maltese Cross – Dedicated to Knights of St John that governed Malta between 1530 up to 1798. The eight pointed Cross has a purpose and a meaning. The eight countries from where the Nights of St John originated and the eight beatitudes which Jesus expressed as per the gospel of Matthew. Dimensions – Length:20cm, Width:15cm, Depth: 4.5-7cm
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Il-Boxxla – The Compass: is there a better tool on the an Island? Besides its obvious meaning this word - il-Boxxla - is used frequently in the Maltese language, metaphorically to describe how a person is/has acted - Tilef il-Boxxla - Lost his temper. Dimensions – Length:20cm, Width:15cm, Depth: 4.5-7cm
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L-Ghajn - The Eye - A Mediterranean widely used superstition symbol. The Eye is also known as the Eye of Osiris in other cultures. Same meaning - that to protect from misfortune. Dimensions – Length:20cm, Width:15cm, Depth: 4.5-7cm
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Il- Luzzu - Our Traditional colorful fishing boat. Good to note that each harbour of birth had its own synonymous colors. This was helpful at sea to easily identify port of origin. Dimensions – Length:20cm, Width:15cm, Depth: 4.5-7cm
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The guardian angel – In the Maltese culture the guardian angel has a special place in the families. A prayer is taught to children from when they are very small before bed time and when they wake up, praying the guardian angel to guard and protect them. Dimensions – Length:20cm, Width:15cm, Depth: 4.5-7cm
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The Key – Symbolises the tool to open/close doors, solve problems, open ways, open hearts and is also the symbol given to important people ( religious mostly ) that have the key to open the heavens. It is above all the old Maltese word for Key.
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Out of stockSun – Symbolises life, Warmth, Happiness, Joy, Charm, Glory, Splendour – Sunny Malta – Xemx is also widely used colloquially to personify beauty, brightness, braveness, intelligence amongst others. It is extensively used in local traditional songs and poems. Dimensions – Length:20cm, Width:15cm, Depth: 4.5-7cm
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The Cross – For the Maltese through its strong Catholic roots, this symbol is sacred. It represents hope, believe, truth and all that is spiritual. This is a simple Baroque Cross used by the Knights of St John during liturgical Services. Dimensions – Length:20cm, Width:15cm, Depth: 4.5-7cm
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A Lucentina for every letter. Ideal for initials, names or to create your own decor.
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The traditional Maltese clock is an icon for the Maltese culture. "Tal- Lira" literally meant the One Maltese Lira ( Clock ) for its actual cost at the time. Today "l-arlogg tal-lira" is a noble piece of furniture that involves artistic work and a lot of skill.
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What beautiful colors lighting up all the green marrow leaves. Pleasant to the eye and delicate with special culinary dishes.
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What beautiful colors lighting up all the green marrow leaves. Pleasant to the eye and delicate with special culinary dishes.
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Il-Gallarija Maltija The Maltese Balcony adorns our villages especially the village core where one can admire an impressive craftsmanship giving that unique style to our façades.
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Il-Lira Maltija
What a nostalgia and how many memories. The Maltese Lira was the local currency from from 1972 until 31 December 2007.
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Il-HabbataThe Door knob – It comes mostly in brass in various shapes and figures. Back in the day, these door knockers were very important as they symbolized the status and wealth of the house owner.
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Il-HabbataThe Door knob – It comes mostly in brass in various shapes and figures. Back in the day, these door knockers were very important as they symbolized the status and wealth of the house owner.
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Il-PavaljuniThese stunning street decorations (furniture) give a unique festive feeling allover Malta during the local feasts. Great craftsmanship is involved and a yearlong work and dedication by village volunteers.
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Il-Qaws (Sagittarius)22nd November to 21st DecemberOptimistic, lovers of freedom, hilarious, fair-minded, honest and intellectual.
