Lonely Tulip: Iznik Tile Bookmark
Product Features:
- Made with authentic Iznik tile stone
- Kiln-fired at 800-1200°C for lasting durability
- Produced using the underglaze technique
- 100% handmade craftsmanship
- Nickel-plated metal component
- Includes a gift box, shipped the same day
- Practical, high-quality, and elegant
- Delivery within 3-4 business days in the United States and Europe; 3-7 days to other countries
Product Dimensions:
- Tile size: 2.5 x 1.5 cm (0.984 x 0.590 inches)
- Total length: 27.5 cm (10.826 inches)
Each Iznik tile is unique, much like a fingerprint. Even if the same product is reproduced, no two items will ever be identical. The item you are viewing cannot be replicated exactly.
We recommend purchasing your desired product as soon as possible to ensure availability. Iznik tiles never lose their value, go out of style, or deteriorate. They are timeless pieces of art and heritage that can be passed down through generations.
Design Details: Tulip Motif
In Iznik tile art, the tulip is regarded as a symbol of love, beauty, and perfection. The Turkish word for tulip (lale) shares the same letters as the Arabic word for God (Allah), linking it to divine love.
- Love: The tulip symbolizes love due to its delicate beauty and elegant form.
- Beauty and Grace: Known for its aesthetic appeal, tulip motifs emphasize the artistry and elegance of Iznik tiles.
- Perfection: With its symmetrical shape and balanced petals, the tulip is often regarded as a symbol of perfection.
- Divinity: Its resemblance to the word for God gives it spiritual significance.
- Cycle of Nature: As a harbinger of spring, tulips represent rebirth, renewal, and nature’s cycles.
- Nobility and Wealth: During the Ottoman Empire, tulips became a prominent symbol of nobility, refinement, power, and prosperity, often adorning palaces and significant structures.
- Turkish Culture and History: Tulips hold a special place in Turkish heritage, symbolizing the cultural and historical connections of the Ottoman period. The tulip motifs in Iznik tiles reflect this deep legacy.
