Chintemani Motif VIP Iznik Ceramic Plate

Chintemani Motif VIP Iznik Ceramic Plate

Traditional gift 25 cm Iznik ceramic plate with white background and Chintemani pattern, first-class handmade.

Product Features

• Completely handmade.
• Same-day dispatch in a velvet-covered VIP wooden box.
• Produced with the traditional Iznik ceramic underglaze technique.
• Plate diameter: 25 cm (9.84 inch).
• Fired at 800–1000 °C.
• Ultra-protective special packaging.
• A plastic display stand is included inside the box for showcase use; it can also be hung on the wall.
• English and Turkish information introducing the ceramic piece is included inside the box.
• For international orders, your product is handed over to the shipping carrier with ultra-protective special packaging. Estimated delivery time is 3–7 business days for European countries and the United States, and 4–9 business days for other countries. Delivery times may vary depending on the shipping carrier, customs procedures, public holidays, and local delivery processes.

This product has fine glaze cracks that can be seen with the eye but cannot be felt when touched. This natural feature, originating from the historical structure of Iznik ceramics, is also seen in the tiles of Selimiye Mosque and is certainly not a defect. These cracks, traditionally called “Shahdar”, are part of the natural aging process of the ceramic and add authentic value to the piece.

Each Iznik ceramic piece is unique, just like a fingerprint. Even if the same product is produced again in the same way, it will not be exactly identical.

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The value of Iznik ceramics never decreases, does not go out of fashion, and does not become outdated. It is an artistic heritage piece that can be passed down from generation to generation.

Pattern Information: Meaning of the Chintemani Motif in Iznik Ceramics

In the 15th and 16th centuries, the Chintemani motif was a symbolic motif of Central Asian origin with a long history in Turkish culture. Chintemani is derived from the Sanskrit word “cita”, meaning leopard, and symbolizes power, speed, and intelligence. The motif usually consists of three stars and wavy lines repeated in a symmetrical order.

In the Ottoman Empire, the use of the Chintemani motif was widespread because it represented power and success. This motif was frequently used in the decoration of palaces, mosques, jewelry, clothing, and other important structures. It was also often seen on fabrics, carpets, and ceramics.

The meaning of the Chintemani motif is associated with power, speed, intelligence, and success. It may also symbolize wealth, abundance, and prosperity. In Iznik ceramics, Chintemani motifs are generally used for aesthetic purposes and add depth and visual appeal to spaces with their decorative qualities.

This motif is considered an important part of the artistic heritage of the Ottoman Empire and still appears today in Turkish ceramic art and design.