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Sicilian embroidery reveals the work of
skilled hands and great attention to details;
it is an activity, which requires precision and
diligence.
The new Paola Lenti rugs originate from a
personal and contemporary interpretation
by Marella Ferrera of this ancient technique,
which once was used to create the trous-
seaux of noble girls, the precious objects,
intended to be handed down from one gen-
eration to the next.
On a background net, the embroideries re-
produce the intricate patterns of the baroque
majolica’s in traditional classic colours: white,
light blue and pale green inspired by the
eighteenth century renaissance of the city of
Catania.
The result is a rug full of colour and decora-
tion, complex, yet gracefully elegant.
