Turtle Tile Candle Holder

znik Ceramic Turtle Candle Holder

Decorative handmade Iznik ceramic turtle candle holder.

Product Features:

• Dimensions: Height: 8 cm (3.15 inches), Width: 10 cm (3.94 inches), Length: 18 cm (7.09 inches)
• Produced with Iznik ceramic art underglaze technique
• Fired at 800-1000°C
• Ships the same day with a kraft box

Meaning of the Clover Motif in Iznik Ceramics

The most common meaning of the clover motif is its representation of the three theological virtues: faith, hope, and charity. This meaning comes from the belief that each of the three leaves of the clover represents one of these virtues.

Another meaning of the clover motif is its association with good luck and prosperity. This interpretation comes from the rarity of the clover plant. The clover motif is often used in homes, workplaces, jewelry, and clothing to attract good luck and prosperity.

In Iznik ceramics, the clover motif is often used alongside floral or geometric patterns. These motifs complement and strengthen each other, giving the ceramics a rich and captivating appearance.

The clover motif was commonly used in Iznik ceramics from the 16th to the 18th century. During this period, the motif appeared on a wide variety of ceramics, including tiles for clothing, jewelry, palaces, and homes.

Some examples of the clover motif in Iznik ceramics are:

• Clover motifs are often depicted with five leaves, although four-leaf clover motifs have also been used.
• The clover motif is typically painted in vibrant colors such as red, blue, green, purple, or white.
• The clover motif is one of the most iconic motifs in Iznik ceramics, carrying both decorative and symbolic meanings, and adding unique beauty and significance to the ceramics.