Ortigia Sicilia Handcrafted Italian Safari Tin Box with 4 Trays

Artisan Sicilian Safari Plate Set

This handcrafted Italian decorative tin is adorned with a lively safari tableau that unfolds across the lid and sides. Elephants draped in ornate textiles, camels, zebras, giraffes, birds, and palm trees are rendered in jewel-toned hues—ochre gold, turquoise blue, emerald green, and deep violet—framed by a striking black-and-white geometric border that adds graphic definition.

Opening the hinged lid reveals a beautifully organized interior featuring four goldleaf trays, allowing for layered storage and easy access. The trays make this piece as practical as it is decorative—ideal for organizing keepsakes, letters, jewelry, or small household items. The smooth, glossy finish enhances the depth and clarity of the illustration, while the rectangular form lends a refined presence to any surface.

Crafted in Italy using traditional decorative techniques, this tin is designed to be kept and reused. Subtle variations in color saturation and alignment are a natural result of artisanal production and serve as a testament to its handcrafted authenticity.

Versatile & Decorative
Each plate is crafted from high-quality glass and showcases unique, richly colored artwork, making them ideal for serving appetizers, desserts, or for use as decorative accent dishes. Their striking designs add a statement to any table setting, kitchen, or display.

Gift-Ready in a Collectible Tin
The four glass plates come beautifully packaged in a collectible Ortigia Sicilia tin, making this set a perfect choice for gifting, special occasions, or treating yourself to something extraordinary. The reusable tin ensures safe storage and adds a luxurious Italian touch.

Handcrafted Italian Quality
Expertly made by skilled artisans, these plates reflect the tradition and beauty of Sicilian craftsmanship. Each piece is a testament to Ortigia’s commitment to authentic, high-quality design.

Key Features

Set of 4 hand-decorated glass plates with exclusive safari designs

Presented in a collectible Ortigia Sicilia tin—ideal for gifting

Versatile 14 cm size: perfect for serving, décor, or organizing small items

Unique, vibrant artwork: adds a splash of color to any table or home

Ortigia Sicilia is a privately owned Italian soap and scent company founded in Sicily in 2006 by Sue Townsend. The luxurious range scented products are formulated using natural products indigenous to Sicily and inspired by the aesthetics, colours and scents of Italy’s most historic and tropical region.

The name Ortigia comes from the small island that lies at the edge of the ancient fortified city of Siracusa, on Sicily’s southeastern coast. The streets of Ortigia are crumbling baroque façades of great splendour looking out on 3 sides to the sea. The Piazza del Duomo is considered one of the most beautiful in Italy. Situated on the southeastern side of Sicily, this part of the island is known as “la Sicilia Orientale” because of its proximity to Africa and almost tropical climate.

Sicily is enriched with a colourful history of conquest, invasion and assimilation. It has been fought over and colonised: Greeks, Phoenicians, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans, Hohenstaufens, Angevins, Aragonese and Bourbons all left their mark. Examples are found throughout the island. The island’s history, reflected in the uniquely rich and layered culture that is found in Sicily today, has inspired the creation of the Ortigia range.

Italian ceramics are heirloom quality products, and can last lifetime with proper care. We have some suggestions that will preserve your majolica for years to come.

Majolica is dishwasher safe, but many people choose to hand wash their pieces as a precaution. Because majolica is a porous material, some pieces are not meant to hold liquid for a long period of time. Check for warning labels before ordering a product, as the pieces that are most notorious for "sweating" are appropriately labeled.

Majolica is sensitive to extreme temperatures, specifically boiling or freezing liquids. Pouring water with a rolling boil directly into a teapot, for example, may lead to breakage. To avoid this, temper the object. The industry standard is 620 degrees Celsius (1,148 degrees Fahrenheit). Quench the glass to cool it.

Crazing is common in well used majolica. The tiny cracks in the glaze do not affect the functionality of your majolica.

Majolica hand-crafted products should not be microwaved, as it may crack and/or break the ceramics.

UPS Ground

Flat shipping charge of $10 for each shipment of merchandise under $100.00. For orders of $100.00 or more, shipping is 10% of the order total.

UPS Next Day Air

Flat shipping charge of $63 for each shipment of merchandise under $70.00. For orders of $70.00 or more, shipping is 90% of the order total.

UPS 2-Day Priority (Rush Shipping)

Flat shipping charge of $42 for each shipment of merchandise under $70.00. For orders of $70.00 or more, shipping is 60% of the order total. Note: This option is required for shipping to Alaska and Hawaii.

USPS 3-Day Priority

Flat shipping charge of $21 for each shipment of merchandise under $70.00. For orders of $70.00 or more, shipping is 30% of the order total.

International Shipments

Please contact us at customerservice@biordi.com or call us at (415) 392-8096 for quotes to ship internationally.

You will be charged a rate based on your delivery area, value and shipping preference. For items shipped via UPS, see below for information pricing information. Once the package is shipped, you will receive an email with tracking information to track your package.