Ewers Jugs Vases Terracotta Glazed Pair Canakkale Ottoman Green Ochre Gilded

£2,250
Reference

11393

Fine, pair of 19th century, ottoman revival, canakkale, green and ochre, gilded and moulded, terracotta ewers

- Characteristic of the unique Canakkale Ottoman Revival style in form, composition and color - Canakkale was the most important centre of ceramic production during the Ottoman Empire. Edmunt Chishull observed in 1701 "…The town is ..Yet famous for a curious sort of earthen ware finely glazed, which is made here, and vended in great quantities…" (Travels in Turkey and Back to England, London 1747). - These ceramics were highly sought after in the 19th and early 20th century. - The form, coloring, relief, painted decoration and condition of this pair of ewers are exceptional.

Measure: Height 40cm., m 15 ¾ inches.

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Height 40 cm / 15 "
Diameter 20 cm / 8"
Period

19th Century

Year

circa 1840

Medium

Terracotta

Country

Turkey

Collectors / Designers

Designers

Style

Islamic (Of the period)

Techniques

Glazed

Condition

GOOD. Wear consistent with age and use.

Set

1

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