Ala, ceramic jug

Ala, ceramic jug in a lead-free handmade quality

The handmade Turkish jug is lead and cadmium free and hence it is food safe. It contains approximately 2,0 L. and is 21 cm in height. Circumference is 51 cm, and it weighs approx. 815 gr. The bottom is signed by the artist.

The Ala jug is nicely decorated with colorful flowers in red, blue, yellow, purple and turquoise color nuances on a white backdrop. The handle is in turquoise with black floral motifs. Handmade & hand painted, this stunning jug is made with a special focus on quality craftmanship with an authentic original design and a trendy creative expression.

The Ala jug is inspired by the Ottoman era, where design and production of colorful and intricate ceramic art was at the highest. Especially flower motifs were at the time, a treasured theme in several of these amazing artworks, but also symbols and poetic references were used as inspiration in the making of designs, shapes and decorations.

Kütahya ceramics

The ceramic jug is handmade in Kütahya, an area of Turkey well known for their techniques, traditions and designs in ceramic art and craftmanship. Where the renowned Iznik workshops were closely connected to the royal court, the artisans in Kütahya mainly produced elegant and sophisticated household ceramics to the higher middle class. Through the last centuries, Kütahya has developed into a major ceramic area, famous for their outstanding quality and breathtaking designs and handicraft.

At Malukka, we have chosen to present handmade ceramics from Kütahya, carefully selected with a special focus on an inspiring and aesthetic design, a meticulous handiwork and good quality.

The colorful Ala jug will be absolutely perfect for serving your favorite beverages as well as for decoration purposes. With its creative artistic design and unique decorations, this inspiring & handmade Turkish jug will be sure to catch both your eyes and soul.

Be inspired by our functional and decorative spoon rests – handmade in foodsafe & colorful ceramics and super practical in your kitchen.

Further information:

The Ala jug is a unique piece of pottery and should be preserved with attention and care. The ceramic jug is dishwasher safe.

Please note
As the ceramics are handmade by small and self-employed artisans, the delivery time may vary, and in some cases, take longer than the estimated 23 working days – due to the nature of handicrafts or circumstances at the individual artisan’s workshop. In this case you will, of course, be contacted by us. For further information please read “about us” and Terms and Conditions.