La Cigalle
(Art
# MAT 053-0-0-14-)
La Cigalle, the cicada is an age-old sign of hospitality throughout the
Provence. Resplendent with rural
Mediterranean farms, deep cool valleys, long views of vineyards and the Alpes
Maritimes, la Cigalle sings its omnipresent song throughout the long, hot
days and nights beginning in the Spring and continuing until Fall.
In the Provence, la Cigalle is heard everywhere.
From the tall field grasses and wildflowers to the verdant cypress
trees, locals and visitors alike are surprised and lulled by the rhythmic hum
of their music. The French, with
their infinite enjoyment of life, take this ubiquitous and criticized
occurrence as a symbol of their natural environment. La Cigalle is the adored
symbol of the good life in the South of
France.
As if the sights and
sounds of this cricket like creature werent enough of an inspiration,
local potters in the Provençe have created small wall vases that reflect this
much loved
creature. When filled with
lavender la Cigalle brings good luck to a home.
Taking
our inspiration for la Cigalle from an antique original, we replicate the
individual beauty of this colorful creature.
No two are alike in nature as are ours.
Hang this small wall pocket on the kitchen or a garden wall and fill it
with fresh cut lavender, as the French do, for good luck
and inspiration. La Cigalle makes an ideal house-warming gift.