Centuries ago to the Carib, the pineapple symbolized hospitality,
and the Spaniards soon learned they were welcome if a
pineapple was placed by the entrance to a village. This
symbolism spread to Europe, then to Colonial North America,
where it became custom to carve the shape of a pineapple into
the columns at the entrance of a plantation.
During the early Colonial days in the U.S., families would set a
fresh pineapple in the center of the table as a colorful centerpiece of the festive meal, especially when visitors joined them in celebration. This symbolized the utmost in welcome and hospitality to the visitor.
The pineapple has been a universal symbol of hospitality and
welcome for many centuries all over the world.
You can find these two charming pineapple statues in our showroom.
$79.50 ea.
28"H
