Sciò Sciò C460120
Sciò Sciò da 35 cm
Materials used:
Flexible body made of iron wire and hemp
Terracotta head
Hand-painted glass eyes
Painted with oil colours
Wooden hands and feet
Cotton garments
300,00 €
Dimensioni:
Height: 35 cm | Width: 18 cm | Depth: 18 cm
Description
The “Sciò Sciò”, also known as the Hunchback, is one of the most iconic figures of Neapolitan popular tradition, traditionally associated with good luck and superstition.
According to ancient Neapolitan beliefs, the Sciò Sciò is a symbol of well-being, wealth and prosperity. To protect against the evil eye and negative influences, the figure spreads incense from its characteristic perforated container while reciting the traditional Neapolitan blessing formula:
“Uocchio, maluocchio… funecelle all’uocchio… aglio, fravaglio, fattura ca nun quaglia, corne e bicorne, cape ‘e alice e cape d’aglio.”
All works are created according to the ancient tradition of Neapolitan sculpture.
