Bowl - Ottoman - Earthenware - Iznik Ottoman 16th - 17th
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Iznik Ottoman earthenware dish from Türkiye dating to the 17th century, 30 cm in diameter, in good condition with glaze losses, chips, cracking and probable old restoration.
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Ottoman Turkey, 17th century. This large polychrome ceramic dish embodies the most seductive visual language of the Ottoman world: a bold saz leaf unfolding among tulips and carnations, framed by a rhythmic border that recalls the refined meeting point between Ottoman invention and Chinese-inspired ornament. The luminous palette and sweeping floral movement give the piece a strong courtly presence, at once decorative, historical, and unmistakably luxurious.
Such floral and saz compositions belong to the celebrated repertoire of Iznik ceramics, created for an Ottoman taste that transformed tableware into objects of prestige. Designs of this kind were developed within the imperial artistic culture of Istanbul and executed in Iznik, the great ceramic centre of the empire, whose productions came to define Ottoman visual splendour at its height. Comparable dishes and related floral saz works are preserved in major museum collections, including the Louvre in Paris, The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, and the British Museum in London.
The present dish stands within that distinguished tradition, with its dynamic floral composition, elegant black-outlined ornament, and impressive 30 cm format, a size closely associated with important Ottoman display ceramics. It is a piece that brings together the decorative brilliance, technical refinement, and historical prestige that make Ottoman ceramics enduringly sought after by collectors worldwide.
Condition: visible age and use wear, with glaze losses, chips, cracking, and probable old retouching/restoration
Seller's Story
At Mythika Curio, we specialize in sourcing and offering rare antiques, vintage objects, collectible artworks, and timeless design pieces.
Each lot is carefully selected for its historical, artistic, or decorative value — from 19th and 20th-century European glass and ceramics to Pre-Columbian artifacts and unique vintage textiles.
Our items are sourced from private collections, estate sales, and reputable auctions across Europe. We are passionate about cultural heritage and aesthetics, and we strive to connect meaningful objects with collectors, designers, and enthusiasts around the world.
With Mythika Curio, collect timeless objects with soul.
Ottoman Turkey, 17th century. This large polychrome ceramic dish embodies the most seductive visual language of the Ottoman world: a bold saz leaf unfolding among tulips and carnations, framed by a rhythmic border that recalls the refined meeting point between Ottoman invention and Chinese-inspired ornament. The luminous palette and sweeping floral movement give the piece a strong courtly presence, at once decorative, historical, and unmistakably luxurious.
Such floral and saz compositions belong to the celebrated repertoire of Iznik ceramics, created for an Ottoman taste that transformed tableware into objects of prestige. Designs of this kind were developed within the imperial artistic culture of Istanbul and executed in Iznik, the great ceramic centre of the empire, whose productions came to define Ottoman visual splendour at its height. Comparable dishes and related floral saz works are preserved in major museum collections, including the Louvre in Paris, The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, and the British Museum in London.
The present dish stands within that distinguished tradition, with its dynamic floral composition, elegant black-outlined ornament, and impressive 30 cm format, a size closely associated with important Ottoman display ceramics. It is a piece that brings together the decorative brilliance, technical refinement, and historical prestige that make Ottoman ceramics enduringly sought after by collectors worldwide.
Condition: visible age and use wear, with glaze losses, chips, cracking, and probable old retouching/restoration
Seller's Story
At Mythika Curio, we specialize in sourcing and offering rare antiques, vintage objects, collectible artworks, and timeless design pieces.
Each lot is carefully selected for its historical, artistic, or decorative value — from 19th and 20th-century European glass and ceramics to Pre-Columbian artifacts and unique vintage textiles.
Our items are sourced from private collections, estate sales, and reputable auctions across Europe. We are passionate about cultural heritage and aesthetics, and we strive to connect meaningful objects with collectors, designers, and enthusiasts around the world.
With Mythika Curio, collect timeless objects with soul.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Specific region of origin
Iznik
Title additional information
Iznik Ottoman 16th - 17th
Country of Origin
Türkiye
Model
Ottoman
Material
Earthenware
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
30 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Estimated period
1600-1650
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