Tulip Motif 30cm Iznik Bowl
A fully handcrafted VIP Iznik ceramic bowl.
Care Instructions:
- Hand wash only. Do not machine wash.
Product Features:
- Fully handcrafted Iznik ceramic bowl
- Delivered with a velvet-lined VIP wooden box on the same day
- Made using the underglaze technique
- Fired at 800-1000°C (1472-1832°F)
- Bowl diameter: 30 cm (11.81 inches), height: 10 cm (3.93 inches)
- The box includes a description of the ceramic in both English and Turkish
Pattern Information: Meaning of the 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), making it associated with divine love. This motif became prominent during the 16th century.
- Love: The tulip, with its delicate beauty and graceful form, is often seen as a symbol of love.
- Beauty and Elegance: The tulip is known as a graceful and aesthetically pleasing flower in nature. In Iznik tiles, tulip motifs highlight 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 petals.
- Divine: Because of its resemblance to the Arabic word for God (Allah), the tulip is sometimes regarded as a divine symbol.
- The Cycle of Nature: The tulip is considered a herald of spring. In Iznik tiles, tulip motifs symbolize natural cycles such as rebirth, renewal, and growth.
- Nobility and Wealth: During the Ottoman Empire, the tulip became an important symbol. Tulip motifs were used in Ottoman palaces and other significant buildings, representing nobility, power, refinement, and wealth.
- Turkish Culture and History: The tulip holds a significant place in Turkish culture and history. During the Ottoman Empire, tulips were grown in palace gardens and became a symbol. The tulip motifs in Iznik tiles represent a connection to Turkish history and culture.
