Pasotti
Prince Of Wales Handmade Umbrella
This is a full-size handmade umbrella from Italian brand Pasotti, in a Prince of Wales check pattern. It features a durable woven polyester canopy, a varnished genuine wood J-handle, a polished metal shaft, and a manual opening mechanism. The umbrella measures 45 inches (114 cm) in diameter when open and is made entirely by hand in Italy since 1956.
- Material
- Woven polyester fabric, varnished genuine wood handle
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- classic, heritage
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories
Color
Size
Specifications
Handmade Italian umbrella with woven polyester canopy and varnished wood handle, featuring a manual opening mechanism and a 45-inch diameter.
Handcrafted in Italy by Pasotti, durable woven polyester fabric, genuine varnished wood handle, manual opening, 45-inch diameter.
- Material
- Woven polyester fabric, varnished genuine wood handle
- Secondary
- wood
- Style
- classic, heritage
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories
Additional Attributes
- Italian brand Pasotti at Simons
- Handmade entirely by hand in Italy since 1956
- Durable and strong woven polyester fabric
- Varnished genuine wood handle
- Manual opening mechanism
- Diameter: 45 inches (114 cm)
- Each piece is unique, subtle variations considered a sign of authenticity
Product Insights
The Prince Of Wales Handmade Umbrella by Pasotti offers robust protection with a polyester canopy that resists water absorption (<0.4%), UV degradation, fading, pilling, and mildew, and a solid Italian beech or chestnut wood handle that stays smooth for years. Its eight-rib metal frame provides stable handling in moderate wind, but the umbrella weighs ~800 g and measures 92 cm closed, requiring hand-carrying and not fitting in most bags. The dense wood handle dampens vibration for smooth, near-silent opening, and the low-absorption canopy ensures smooth manual operation even in rain.
Verified claims
- Grip
- Wood handle is solid Italian beech or chestnut, resisting cracking and staying smooth for years.
- Water shedding
- Polyester canopy absorbs <0.4% water and stays taut in rain.
- UV resistance
- Polyester canopy resists UV degradation, preserving waterproofing.
- Fading and pilling
- Canopy resists UV fading and surface pilling.
- Mildew resistance
- Canopy resists mildew and musty odors when stored damp.
- Shape retention
- Canopy regains shape after storage and stays taut in rain and wind.
- Wind resistance
- Eight-rib metal frame and taut polyester canopy provide stable handling in moderate wind.
- Canopy durability
- Polyester canopy resists UV degradation and mildew, preserving performance over years.
- Weight
- At ~800 g, the metal-framed umbrella feels heavy but provides wind stability.
- Wet performance
- Polyester canopy gains almost no weight when wet and stays taut, avoiding sagging.
- Portability
- At 92 cm long when closed, this umbrella requires hand-carrying; it does not fit in most bags.
- Mechanism feel
- Dense wood handle dampens vibration for smooth, near-silent opening.
- Wet operation
- Low-absorption, taut canopy ensures smooth manual opening in rain.
Product record
- Title
- Prince Of Wales Handmade Umbrella
- Brand
- Pasotti
- Price
- 250 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Classic full-size umbrella shown open at an angle, featuring a dark patterned canopy, a polished metal shaft and ferrule, and a curved wooden J-handle.
- Canopy shapeLarge domed canopy visible open and tilted, formed by curved ribs creating a smooth arc with pointed tips at panel junctions.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.03 · w 0.90 · h 0.80 (high) - Canopy patternSubtle repeating small-scale check or grid texture across the entire canopy, visible as tonal vertical and horizontal banding on the dark fabric.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.05 · w 0.84 · h 0.70 (high) - Shaft materialStraight polished metal shaft running from the handle to the canopy pivot, reflective bright finish.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.42 · w 0.42 · h 0.28 (high) - Handle geometryCurved J-style handle made from a single bent piece of wood with a continuous rounded profile and a glossy finish.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.70 · w 0.32 · h 0.27 (high) - Ferrule and tipsSmall metal ferrule and pointed metal tips visible at the canopy edge and at the canopy apex, matching the shaft's polished finish.
2 regions
x 0.90 · y 0.18 · w 0.08 · h 0.14 (medium); x 0.03 · y 0.12 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a light neutral background with soft shadow beneath the umbrella and even diffuse lighting; image shows full product with slight crop at left tip.
- Background and shadowNeutral light grey background with a soft, diffuse shadow beneath the umbrella toward the lower right, indicating overhead studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.78 · w 1.00 · h 0.22 (high) - Shot compositionThree-quarter angled front view showing the underside and outer surface of multiple canopy panels and the full handle; slight left canopy tip nearly touches the image edge.
- Image qualityHigh resolution with clear detail of fabric texture and wood grain; no visible text or labels on product.
Colors
deep charcoal black· canopy#1E1D19polished chrome· shaft and ferrulewarm chestnut brown· handle- Canopy shapeLarge domed canopy visible open and tilted, formed by curved ribs creating a smooth arc with pointed tips at panel junctions.
- 02
Product
Closed long umbrella shown diagonally with a hooked wooden handle, chrome metal shaft and ferrule, and a folded grey checked canopy secured by a fabric strap.
- Overall poseUmbrella shown fully closed and laid diagonally from top-left toward bottom-right across the frame.
- Canopy fabric patternFolded canopy fabric has a small-scale windowpane/check pattern in shades of grey visible across the wrapped panels.
1 region
x 0.07 · y 0.06 · w 0.70 · h 0.70 (high) - Canopy strapNarrow fabric strap of the same patterned material wraps around the closed canopy and is secured flat against the shaft.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.48 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - Metal ferrule and collarShiny chrome collar and ferrule sit above the handle where the canopy meets the shaft; reflective finish visible.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.52 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high) - Shaft tipSlim chrome metal shaft extends from the top of the folded canopy to the image corner with a polished rounded tip.
1 region
x 0.01 · y 0.01 · w 0.14 · h 0.20 (high) - Hooked handle shapeCurved J-shaped hooked handle with a smooth continuous curve and flat circular end cap.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.68 · w 0.22 · h 0.25 (high) - Handle finishHandle appears to be polished wood with visible grain and a glossy finish.
1 region
x 0.74 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Product photographed on a pale neutral background with soft directional lighting from upper left, producing a subtle cast shadow below the umbrella; image is high resolution and tightly cropped with the umbrella centered diagonally.
- Background and lightingUniform light grey background with soft, even lighting from the top-left that casts a faint shadow below and to the right of the umbrella.
- ShadowSoft diffuse shadow follows the umbrella contour, most visible beneath the central shaft and handle area.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.35 · w 0.60 · h 0.50 (medium) - Shot compositionDiagonal composition with the metal tip near the top-left corner and the handle near the bottom-right corner, leaving negative space in corners.
- Image qualitySharp focus and high detail across fabric, metal, and wood surfaces; no visible text or labels on the product.
Colors
medium grey checked· canopy#6C6363polished walnut brown· handle#4C332Cpolished chrome· shaft and ferrule