Carretto Siciliano
The Sicilian cart or carretto (''pl.'' carretti) is an ornate, colorful style of Horse-drawn vehicle, horse-drawn cart native to the island of Sicily, Italy, which has become a cultural emblem for the region. Terminology * * The cart is called a ''carretto'', and the plural is ''carretti''. A ''carrettiere'' is the owner, operator or driver, and a ''carratore'' is the carriagemaker. Design The two-wheeled cart is made of wood with iron components. The shafts are straight and there is a narrow board at the front where the driver and others can sit, sometimes with their legs straddling one of the shafts. The horse and harness are also highly decorated and wear tall plumes. The carts are covered in carvings and brightly painted scenes from Sicilian history and folklore as well as intricate geometrical designs. The colors of Flag of Sicily, Sicily's flag, yellow and red, feature prominently, along with details in bright blues and greens. According to one author: The makin ...
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