Handcrafted Ceramics,
Inspired by Nature
Welcome to the world of Saba Ceramics. We are Silvia and Giulio. In this project, we explore the spontaneous effects when fire and earth meet. Our work comes from the desire to create objects that are both elegant and warm, designed to accompany daily gestures or to give character to a corner of your home. What we do is a continuous dialogue between pottery, painting, and sculpture.
We take a hands-on approach, avoiding techniques that distance us from the material. We follow ancient methods and modern interpretations of old traditions, such as American Raku and pit-firing, that leave room for the unexpected. This makes each piece unique, with a precise identity that cannot be replicated.
Nature is our constant guide. In our pieces, we try to reinterpret animal and plant shapes with grace, maintaining a connection with the natural world. From throwing on the wheel to sculpting details that depict plants and animals, every stage is handled by us. It is a work of patience and experimentation, to create objects that truly have a story to tell.
ABOUT US
The name 'Saba' is dedicated to Giulio’s grandmother.
Saba is a sweet syrup from the Emilia-Romagna tradition, made by boiling grape must. It is traditionally enjoyed together with 'sabadoni', a typical dessert made by our grandmothers. The name 'Saba' therefore represents our heritage. We chose it to reflect the same rustic beauty and natural effects we seek in our work.
Giulio
"For me, ceramics is an endless field of experimentation and surprise, especially through alternative and ancient firing methods. I see firing as a natural process, where glazes melt like rock turning into magma. Inspired by history and Oriental aesthetics, my work seeks to reinterpret the elegance of classical forms and the harmony of Eastern shapes, bringing all my passions together in a single craft."
Silvia
"I am a sculptor and visual artist. I have explored the world of polymer clays, oil paints, and watercolors, and with Saba I began working with natural clay. In my work, I depict the forms of nature, particularly trees and animals, with which I feel an emotional and symbolic connection, and I seek to reinterpret them with a fantasy and fairytale-like vision."