Iznik Tear Drop Vase with Golden Horn and Tulip Motif
Product Features:
- Fully handmade
- Delivered with velvet-covered VIP wooden box on the same day
- Iznik ceramic art, produced using underglaze technique
- Vase height: 30cm (11.81 inches)
- Fired at 800-1000 degrees
Delivery within 3-4 business days in the United States and Europe. 3-7 days to Other countries.
- Includes a description of the ceramic in English and Turkish in the box
- Unique: Each Iznik ceramic is unique, just like a fingerprint. Even if the same product is reproduced, it will never be identical.
- The product you are viewing cannot be reproduced exactly the same. We recommend purchasing the product immediately if you like it.
- Iznik ceramics' value never diminishes, goes out of style, or becomes obsolete. It is an artistic legacy that can be passed down through generations.
Design Information: Golden Horn Motif
The Golden Horn motif first appeared on Iznik ceramics in the 16th century. These tiles were produced in the city of Iznik, near the Golden Horn.
- Symbol of prosperity, abundance, and luck: The Golden Horn is seen as a symbol of wealth and fortune.
- Historical significance: Its natural beauty and strategic location made it an important trade and commercial center during the Ottoman Empire.
- Symbolic meaning, beauty, and durability: The Golden Horn motif is highly popular in Iznik ceramics due to these characteristics.
Water and Sea: The Golden Horn, a body of water in Istanbul, is represented by motifs in Iznik ceramics symbolizing water. Water is seen as the source of life and a purifying force. These motifs reflect the flow of water, the movement of waves, and the captivating beauty of the sea.
Istanbul’s symbol: The Golden Horn is one of the symbols of Istanbul. The Golden Horn motifs in Iznik ceramics represent Istanbul’s historical and cultural significance, emphasizing its connection to the sea and its rich past.
Decoration and aesthetics: The Golden Horn motifs are part of the decorative elements of Iznik ceramics and add aesthetic value. These motifs reflect the visual appeal of the ceramics and the craftsmanship of the artisans.
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 for God (Allah), linking it to divine love. (16th century)
- Love: The tulip, with its delicate beauty and elegant form, is often seen as a symbol of love.
- Beauty and elegance: The tulip is known as a graceful and aesthetic flower in nature. In Iznik ceramics, the tulip motif highlights the beauty and elegance of ceramic craftsmanship.
- Perfection: The tulip is often seen as a symbol of perfection due to its symmetrical shape and even its petals.
- Divinity: The tulip is sometimes seen as a divine symbol due to its resemblance to the Arabic word for God.
- Cycle of nature: The tulip is considered a harbinger of spring. In Iznik ceramics, the tulip motifs symbolize natural cycles such as revival, rebirth, and growth.
- Nobility and wealth: The tulip became an important symbol during the Ottoman Empire. Tulip motifs, used in Ottoman palaces and other significant buildings, symbolize nobility, power, refinement, and wealth.
- Turkish culture and history: The tulip holds a significant place in Turkish culture and history. Tulips were cultivated in palace gardens during the Ottoman Empire and became a symbol. The tulip motifs in Iznik ceramics represent the connection to Turkish history and culture.
