Gift for a Captain – Piri Reis Map Iznik Ceramic Vase & Plate Set

Gift for a Captain – Piri Reis Map Iznik Ceramic Vase & Plate Set

A distinctive gift for captains, maritime professionals, and anyone fascinated by historic maps, this handcrafted Iznik ceramic vase and plate set brings the world of Piri Reis to life through warm parchment tones and richly detailed nautical imagery.

Sailing ships, compass roses, coastlines, inscriptions, and figurative details create small scenes to discover across both pieces. Cream, yellow, and warm brown tones recall the appearance of an aged map, while fine linework and red accents add depth and definition.

Presented in a velvet-covered VIP wooden gift box, this two-piece set is an elegant choice for a captain's gift, maritime retirement gift, birthday gift, corporate presentation, or a meaningful cultural keepsake from Turkey.

Product Details

• Entirely handcrafted Iznik ceramic vase and plate set
• Made using the traditional underglaze technique
• Coordinating designs inspired by the historic Piri Reis map
• Parchment-inspired background in cream, yellow, and warm brown tones
• Detailed with sailing ships, compass roses, coastlines, inscriptions, and figurative elements
• Vase Height: 11.81 in (30 cm)
• Plate Diameter: 12.99 in (33 cm)
• Fired at 1472–1832 °F (800–1000 °C)
• Presented in a velvet-covered VIP wooden gift box
• Prepared with ultra-protective special packaging and handed over to the shipping carrier the same day
• Desktop display stand for the plate is included in the box
• Plate is suitable for wall display
• Includes a Turkish and English information card introducing Iznik ceramic art

Each handcrafted Iznik ceramic piece is accompanied by an individual Product Certificate created specifically for the piece you receive.

Inspired by the Historic Piri Reis Map

The broad surface of the plate allows the map-inspired composition to unfold across ships, coastlines, compass roses, and fine directional lines. These details work together to give the piece a strong maritime character and the appearance of an illustrated historic chart.

On the rounded body of the vase, the map scenes continue around the form, revealing new details as the piece is viewed from different angles. Fine lines and smaller decorative elements extend toward the elongated neck, allowing the design to flow naturally across the entire silhouette.

The warm parchment-like background is complemented by white sails, red and blue compass details, and small human, animal, and architectural figures that reward closer viewing.

A Meaningful Gift for a Captain or Maritime Professional

A gift connected to someone's profession and passion can feel far more personal than a conventional presentation piece. With its ships, compass motifs, and historic map imagery, this set creates a lasting connection to the sea.

It can be presented to celebrate a captain's achievement, a new maritime assignment, a promotion, or retirement after years at sea. The coordinated vase and plate create a complete and substantial gift presentation in a single VIP box.

For maritime companies, shipowners, executives, and business partners, the set also offers an elegant corporate gift that combines handcrafted artistry with a theme directly connected to the recipient's field.

Who Is It a Perfect Gift For?

• Captains and maritime professionals
• Sailing, ship, and ocean enthusiasts
• Someone celebrating a maritime birthday, promotion, or retirement
• Executives and business partners in the maritime industry
• Collectors and enthusiasts of historic maps and Piri Reis-inspired designs
• International friends, clients, or corporate guests receiving a distinctive cultural gift from Turkey

Designed for Display in an Office or Study

The warm cream and yellow tones pair especially well with natural wood furniture, leather details, books, ship models, and travel memorabilia, making the set an elegant addition to a study, executive office, or maritime-themed interior.

• Display the vase and plate together on a console, credenza, shelf, or inside a cabinet
• Use the included desktop stand to display the plate upright and highlight the map details
• Create a distinctive focal point in a maritime office, executive room, or reception area
• Hang the plate on the wall and display the vase nearby to create a coordinated presentation

VIP Presentation & Individual Product Certificate

The vase and plate are presented together in a velvet-covered VIP wooden gift box designed to create an elegant and complete presentation from the moment it is opened.

A Turkish and English information card introducing Iznik ceramic art is included inside the box, along with the desktop display stand for the plate.

Each handcrafted Iznik ceramic piece is accompanied by an individual Product Certificate created specifically for the piece you receive.

International Shipping

For international orders, your product is handed over to the shipping carrier with ultra-protective special packaging. Estimated delivery time is 3–7 business days for European countries and the United States, and 4–9 business days for other countries. Delivery times may vary depending on the shipping carrier, customs procedures, public holidays, and local delivery processes.