Graphic design of the Sardinian lily pattern known as Pistoccu, inspired by textiles made in Sardinia.
History of the symbol on Pistoccu
Using pibiones weaving techniques, the pistoccu pattern was developed in Sardinia during the early decades of the 1900s.
Present in all Sardinian homes and in all the seaside homes of "mainlanders," the famous diamond-shaped lily has a long history of influences, meanings, and beliefs.
It seems that the meaning of the lily derives from the Celtic word “li,” meaning white. In general, the white lily is a symbol of purity, innocence, whiteness, and virginity, but also pride and dignity.
This is due to its upright appearance; it was once given as a gift to members of the high nobility.
Over time, the meaning of the lily has become increasingly associated with love, representing a man’s complete devotion to his woman.
Many legends related to mythology are also associated with the lily flower. For the ancient Greeks and Romans, the meaning of the lily flower was associated with Hera—Juno—the goddess of marriage and childbirth, who lost two drops of milk while nursing Hercules.
One of these drops is said to have given rise to the lily, which came to symbolize love, fidelity, and childbirth.
The meaning of the lily flower also depends on its color; in nature, lilies come in different shades, sizes, and forms.
- The white lily is given as a gift, sometimes for religious reasons, to symbolize purity and chastity. Ideal for decorating a home with a minimalist or boho style.
- The yellow lily means falsehood, but also humor, joy, and cheerfulness. Perfect as a gift for a friend to celebrate a special occasion (such as moving into a new home or achieving a milestone) or—in extreme cases—for a lover you are particularly jealous of (as is generally the case with yellow roses).
The pink lily, on the other hand, represents vanity; when we think of pink, we imagine purity or femininity, but that is not the case with the pink lily.
The Sardinian lily on pistoccu is depicted in many colors, but the graphic design appears to closely resemble its Persian ancestor, and it seems that the Moors attributed a dual meaning to this textile motif. The duality of good and evil, birth and death, and the union of earth and sky, which when united gave rise to life, stood in contrast to the cosmic void.
The pistoccu lily could be defined as a symbol of spiritual and material fulfillment.
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