The Drawing decòr is applied after the ceramic is dipped into the desired base paint. The ceramic then is fired fixing the decòr. All our brands have more or less inticate patterns of decor and you could also ask for your personal drawing to be replicated on your lighting for a more personal feeling.
A different approach is used when making the Etrusco signature decor from IMAS. The etrusco decor is outlined on the dried out clay form, sprayied with acid to ripple the surface then fired Bisque. Then is fired with the decor and after the decòr is re-applied on the finished ceramic pieces. This type of decòr is obviously more delicate having a cold painted finish.
Carving and open-working the ceramic is manually done when the ceramic is in the leather-hard stage. With years of experience our manufacturers are able to produce any carving desired and open-work the ceramic with many different patterns. This is a very time consuming step but it is also what makes even better looking the Lighting Fixtures they create.
Next we take a look at the types of Applications. There are many hand made applications to decòr your lighting fixtures. They can be applied to Table Lamp, walls Sconces and Chandeliers. IMAS Sunflowers, Tulips, Fruit, Roses, Leaves, Hearts and Drops are all made piece by piece manually and then attached on the ceramic pieces. Some are applyed directly on the fresh clay before firing and others are individually fired and then mounted with screws.
So now we have all the pieces that compose our item and we need to assembly everything. We use braided wire in different color to match the ceramics, locking ring to fix the ceramic shades and bells are also embedded in ceramic and made in Italy fabric lampshades to complete sconces, chandeliers and lamps. All the Lighting Fixtures are assembled, tested and dismounted for packing. Usually we use cardboard box for packing and special care in wrapping all the items, but for details on this procedure please read the section Shipping and Handling.