Lotus and Golden Horn Patterned VIP Iznik Tile Tear Vase
Product Features:
- Completely handcrafted
- Delivered in a velvet-covered VIP wooden box with same-day shipping
- Made using Iznik tile underglaze technique
- Vase height: 30cm (11.811 inches)
- Fired at 800-1000 degrees Celsius
- Comes with English and Turkish descriptions introducing the tile art inside the box
- Delivery Time: Within 3-4 business days in the United States and Europe, 3-7 days to other countries
Each Iznik tile is unique, like a fingerprint. Even if the same product is produced again, it will not be identical.
The exact replica of the product you are viewing will never be made again.
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The value of Iznik tiles never decreases, they never go out of fashion or wear out. They are heirloom works of art that can be passed down through generations.
Pattern Information: Lotus Flower
- Purity and cleanliness: The lotus flower grows in swamps, emerging from the soil and blossoming into a beautiful flower with pure white petals. As such, it symbolizes purity, cleanliness, and renewal. Lotus flower motifs in Iznik tiles convey meanings of purity, beauty, and pristine elegance.
- Spiritual growth and ascension: Known for rising above water surfaces, the lotus flower represents spiritual growth, enlightenment, and progress toward higher consciousness. Its journey from mud to bloom symbolizes inner transformation. The lotus also stands as a symbol of rebirth.
- Resilience and endurance: Thriving even in swampy environments, the lotus symbolizes resilience and overcoming challenges.
- Aesthetic and decorative value: A timeless design, lotus motifs in Iznik tiles enhance the beauty of homes and public buildings while reminding us of the beauty, purity, and enlightenment that exist in the world.
- Hope and new beginnings: Often depicted with multiple buds, the lotus symbolizes fertility, abundance, and hope, showcasing its ability to thrive even under the most challenging conditions.
In Islamic art, the lotus flower is also a popular motif, symbolizing divine beauty and perfection. It is considered a reminder of life after death, where believers’ souls are thought to be reborn in a heavenly lotus flower.
Pattern Information: Golden Horn Motif
- Origins: First appearing in 16th-century Iznik tiles, the Golden Horn motif symbolizes prosperity, abundance, and good fortune. It is named after the Golden Horn, a waterway near Istanbul.
- Significance: The Golden Horn’s natural beauty and strategic importance made it a vital trade and commerce hub during the Ottoman Empire.
- Representation of water and life: As a water body, it symbolizes life’s source and cleansing power. The motif reflects the flow of water, waves, and the captivating beauty of the sea.
- Istanbul’s emblem: Serving as one of the city’s icons, the Golden Horn motif represents Istanbul’s historical and cultural significance, emphasizing its connection to the sea and rich past.
- Decorative and aesthetic value: Often found on Iznik tiles, this motif enhances the visual appeal of designs, reflecting artisans' skills and creativity.
This Lotus and Golden Horn Patterned VIP Iznik Tile Tear Vase beautifully combines historical significance and timeless design, making it an ideal gift or collectible for lovers of traditional art and culture.
