Sicily, birthplace of different styles and the inspiration for Isola Bella watches
The design of Isola Bella Watches has its origins in the Sicilian tradition, legends and baroque style. Sicily has been a intersection and birthplace of many civilizations and is characterized by a mix of different styles. In this article we take you on a tour over this magical island and the watches that inspired it.
Famous Sicily symbols used in the watches
Triscele
The Triscele is an old Celtic symbol that consists of 3 spirals that are connected to each other at a central point, plus three intertwined spirals. That is, a being with three legs (from the old greek: τρισκελής, triskelḗs). The history of the old Triskelion is still dressed in mystery because it is linked to Greek mythology. The flag of Sicily contains the triscele, with the head of Medusa in the middle with a few wings and three corners.
The craftsmen of Isola Bella have placed the Triscele in the middle of the dial, surrounded by crystals or other traditional symbols. This watch is a real eye -catcher!
Moor’s Head
The legend says that during the Arab rule of Sicily a young woman from Palermo fell in love with an Arab man who was in the city and her love was answered. When the man decided to admit her that he already had a woman and children and that he would soon have to leave to return to them, the woman, angry and jealous, killed the man at night, cut off his head and used it As a vase to plant basil.
Isola Bella has made watches that represent dark brown heads and made a modern symbol that can be worn easily.
The Sicilian cart
The Sicilian cart used to be used for the transport of goods throughout the Sicilian territory. The cart is decorated with traditional carvings and brightly colored decorations and has become folk art, as well as one of the symbols of the Sicilian folklore.
The colorful watch with the cart is part of the modern collection of Isola Bella. Very eccentric, it attracts attention.
Inspiring Sicilian nature and products
Of course the makers of Isola Bella Watches were inspired by the beautiful landscapes of Sicily, such as the sea surrounded by the island and fruits, such as the famous organic Sicilian lemons.
Coral
Trapani Koraal is a precious material whose craftsmanship is internationally appreciated thanks to the skill of coral artists. Coral is also called the red gold of the sea and is used to make jewelry of special craftsmanship.
The dial of the Corallo watch, for example, reminds us of the beautiful sea urchins and corals that adorn the ocean floor, also reminded in the sea blue of the band.
Lemons
Thanks to the warm sun and the geographical location of Sicily, the production of cultivated lemons is enormous. These lemons are large, juicy, very sweet and can be eaten for dessert. They are also used to make the famous Limoncello.
The horologist decorated with lemons is part of the modern collection of Isola Bella
The lucky thinking apartment
The Sicilian pine cone is a symbol of happiness and prosperity. It is given as a lucky brenger and in almost all Sicilian houses we find one. The pine cones are made of Caltagirone ceramics and are colored and in different sizes.
The Isola Bella Dennenappel watch is a lucky clock for those who wear it.
Isola Bella is a reflection of Sicilian culture
Culture in Sicily is like a beautiful woman …. every time you look at her, you discover another side of her. In fact, with the women’s watches of Isola Bella all facets and colors are devoted to women. Extravagant colors and designs for strong and entrepreneurial women. Watches with finer patterns and colors for more romantic and sweet women.
Ceramic
Caltagirone ceramics is handmade. Every piece is unique. Plates, sunbathing, vases, fish and corals. The decorated ceramic tiles are very colorful and have inspired Isola Bella when making their watches. The ceramic horologist is colorful, delicious and original. A true piece of design.
Baroque
The Baroque age in Sicily, with its richly decorated style, reflected a noble, bizarre and very rich society. The term baroque actually means extravagant and bizarre. And in the women’s watches of Isola Bella we find exactly this unique and real eccentricity.
Paladini
The Sicilian puppet theater, or Opera dei Pupi, is an old theater performance with the paladins of Charlemagne. The Sicilian dolls are the protagonists in knight stories, derived from novels from the period of French rule in Sicily. The Paladini watch is a timeless memory of Sicilian culture.
Why buy an Isola Bella watch?
Isola Bella watches are different and are made for everyone who loves Italy and Italian culture. They are small works of art, designed with bright colors and symbolic elements that carry the entire Sicilian tradition and that you can wear around your wrist.