Damascus Style Passe-Partout İznik Tile VIP Gift
An elegant İznik tile featuring Damascus-style motifs, encased in a glass and passe-partout frame. A perfect VIP gift showcasing timeless Turkish craftsmanship.
Product Features
- Dimensions: 34 x 41.50 cm
- Material: 100% handmade İznik tile
- Packaging: Velvet-lined VIP wooden box, shipped the same day
- Production Technique: Crafted using the İznik underglaze technique
- Kiln Fired: Fired at 800-1000°C for lasting durability
- Wall Mount: Ready to hang as a wall decoration
- Delivery Time:
- 3-4 business days within the United States and Europe
- 3-7 business days to other countries
- Included: Bilingual description (English & Turkish) about İznik tiles inside the box
Uniqueness of İznik Tiles
Each İznik tile is unique, like a fingerprint. Even if the same design is recreated, it will never be identical.
This product cannot be reproduced exactly as it is, so we recommend purchasing it immediately if it meets your needs.
İznik tiles never lose their value, go out of fashion, or wear out. They are timeless works of art and heirlooms that can be passed down through generations.
Damascus-Style Motif Details
The "Damascus style" motif symbolizes the beauty of nature, the abundance of life, and the power of the Ottoman Empire.
- Nature’s Beauty: The Damascus style often features stylized flowers and nature-inspired motifs, representing the splendor of nature.
- Abundance of Life: Characterized by vibrant colors, the motif reflects the richness and vitality of life.
- Ottoman Power: Developed during the rise of the Ottoman Empire, the motif is a testament to the empire's grandeur and strength.
The Damascus style is a distinctive and beautiful type of İznik tile decoration, reflecting Turkey's rich history and culture. It remains popular and admired worldwide.
Historical Insights
The term "Damascus ware" refers to a group of ceramic vessels produced in İznik in the mid-16th century.
- The name was coined by Western collectors because the earliest examples were brought to Europe from Damascus in the late 19th century.
- Research has confirmed that these ceramics were not produced in Damascus but in İznik, and they represent some of the finest examples of İznik tile art.
Unique Features of Damascus-Style Tiles
- Colors: Earlier İznik tiles featured blue, white, and turquoise. Damascus-style tiles introduced additional colors such as sage green, aubergine purple, and black for outlines.
- Design Approach: Unlike earlier tightly packed compositions, Damascus-style motifs are more spacious and restrained.
- Motifs: Common elements include pomegranate and artichoke-inspired large plant forms with scales, as well as tulips, roses, carnations, trees, and reed leaves.
This exquisite Damascus-style İznik tile is a masterpiece of Turkish heritage, reflecting both the grandeur of the Ottoman Empire and the timeless elegance of İznik tile art. It makes a meaningful gift or a collector's treasure.
