Iyaya,ceramic swan jug

Iyaya, elegant handmade jug in food-safe quality

The swan shaped ceramic jug is lead and cadmium free and hence it is food safe. It contains approximately 0,4 L. and is 25 cm in height. Circumference is 30 cm, and it weighs approx. 410 gr. The bottom is signed by the artist.

The Iyaya jug is handmade and hand painted with elegant motifs of tulips and carnations in different shades of blue and turquoise.These flowers have for centuries played a significant role in Turkish culture, art and history. Being a visitor to the country you will therefore be able to find this kind of flower motifs on merely everything – from textiles, paintings, pottery, to ceramics and mosaics – and even on buildings and agoras. As such, the swan jug combines different time periods in Turkish history – the swan shape originating from the Hittites and the illustrations from the Ottoman Empire.

At the same time the blue colors are, in Turkish tradition, believed to have special, almost magical protective qualities, keeping away bad and negative energies. Thus, in every way this inspiring handmade jug will surely brighten up your dinner table – creating both atmosphere and good positive vibes.

The Hittites

The Hittites were an advanced civilization living in Anatolia more than 4000 years ago. Their culture is known to have been both artistic and innovative, and they were among the first people in the world that had a written & structural system in the line of wine production, trading and legislation. The Hittites were also advanced and skilled artisans, and a wide range of artefacts has been found showing that this amazing culture have used carefully ornamented and creatively shaped ceramics and pottery – both for serving food and for decoration purposes.

The Hittites are famous for both their style and for their usage of vivid colors and meticulous decorations – and not the least – for their uniquely shaped wine decanters, illustrating their religious belief in the Sun God Ra.
You can have a look at one of these special wine decanters here…

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 inspiring and aesthetic designs, meticulous handiwork and good quality.

This handmade jug is a unique piece of handicraft – made to be used. As the Iyaya jug is certified free of harmful toxins, it is safe to use for drinks and beverages. The jug can be washed in the dishwasher but must naturally be handled with care.

Do you like special and intriguing designs – not to be seen everywhere? Then have a look at our colorful and creative dresses in a trendy bohemian style – and unfold your own myth !

Further information:

The Iyaya swan 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.