Galleon Patterned Tile Plaque
Product features;
- The tile on the product is completely handcrafted Iznik Tile, Width: 10cm (3.93 inches) x Length: 10cm (3.93 inches)
- Product frame dimensions Width: 22cm(8.66 inches), Length: 22cm(8.66 inches)
- Wooden mat with frame
- Shipped on the same day in a velvet covered wooden box.
- Iznik tile art, produced with underglaze technique
- Baked at 800-100 degrees
- Can be hung on the wall
- There is a description in English and Turkish in the box introducing the tile.
Pattern Information; Galleon Motif
The galleon motif on Iznik tiles is a symbol of power, wealth and exploration.
Galleons were large watercraft used by European powers in the 16th and 17th centuries for trade and conquest.
The presence of a galleon on an Iznik tile is a reminder of the Ottoman Empire's vast reach and its role as a major player in the global economy.The galleon motif is often depicted in a stylized manner, with its sails billowing in the wind and its cannons pointed menacingly at the viewer.
The galleon is often surrounded by other symbols of power and wealth, such as gold coins, jewelry and exotic animals.
The combination of these symbols creates a sense of splendor and wealth, one of the hallmarks of Iznik tiles.The galleon motif is a popular choice for Iznik tiles because it is both beautiful and meaningful.
It is a reminder of the power and wealth of the Ottoman Empire and also a reminder of the empire's role in global trade and exploration.Iznik tiles are a beautiful and unique art produced in Turkey for centuries.
The galleon motif is one of the most popular motifs used in Iznik tiles and is a reminder of the power and wealth of the Ottoman Empire and its role in global trade and exploration.
