Golden Horn and Tulip Motif Iznik Tear Vases
Product Features:
- Unique Harmony of the Golden Horn and Tulip Design
- Completely Handmade
- Velvet-Lined Premium Wooden Box with Same Day Shipping
- Iznik Ceramic Art Produced with Under-glaze Technique
- Vase Size: 30 cm (11.81 inches)
- Fired at 800-1200 degrees Celsius
- English and Turkish Description Included Inside the Box
- Delivery within 3-4 business days in the United States and Europe. 3-7 days to Other countries
Each Iznik ceramic is unique, much like a fingerprint. Even if the same product is reproduced, it will never be identical. The exact item you're currently looking at will not be produced again. We recommend purchasing the product immediately if you are interested, as the value of Iznik ceramics never decreases, is timeless, and does not deteriorate. It is a piece of art that can be passed down through generations.
Design Information: Golden Horn Motif
The Golden Horn motif first appeared in Iznik ceramics in the 16th century. The ceramics are made in Iznik, a city located near the Golden Horn.
- Symbolism of Prosperity and Abundance: The Golden Horn is often seen as a symbol of prosperity, abundance, and good fortune.
- Strategic Importance: Its natural beauty and strategic location made it an important trade and commerce hub during the Ottoman Empire.
- Water and Sea: The Golden Horn is a water body in Istanbul, and motifs representing it in Iznik ceramics symbolize the sea and water. Water is considered the source of life and a cleansing force.
- Symbol of Istanbul: The Golden Horn is one of the symbols of Istanbul, and its motif in Iznik ceramics represents the historical and cultural importance of the city, emphasizing Istanbul's connection with the sea and its historical past.
- Aesthetic Value: The Golden Horn motifs contribute aesthetic value to Iznik ceramics, enhancing their visual appeal and showcasing the craftsmanship involved.
Design Information: Tulip Motif
In Iznik ceramics, the tulip is seen as a symbol of love, beauty, and perfection. The Turkish word "lale" (tulip) shares the same letters as the Arabic word "Allah" (God), linking it to divine love. The tulip's association with beauty, grace, and perfection is rooted in its symmetrical form and delicate structure.
- Love: The tulip is often seen as a symbol of love due to its delicate beauty and elegant shape.
- Beauty and Grace: Known as an elegant and aesthetic flower, the tulip motif emphasizes the beauty and elegance of ceramic craftsmanship in Iznik ceramics.
- Divine Significance: The tulip, due to its resemblance to the Arabic word for God, is sometimes seen as a divine symbol.
- Natural Cycles: The tulip is considered a harbinger of spring and symbolizes nature's renewal, rebirth, and growth in Iznik ceramics.
- Wealth and Nobility: The tulip became a significant symbol in the Ottoman Empire, representing nobility, power, elegance, and wealth.
- Cultural and Historical Significance: Tulips were cultivated in the gardens of Ottoman palaces and were adopted as a symbol. The tulip motif in Iznik ceramics reflects the cultural and historical connection to Turkish heritage.
