Kadu, ceramic swan jug

Kadu, ceramic jug in food-safe quality

The swan shaped ceramic jug is lead and cadmium free and hence it is food safe. It contains approximately 0,6 L. and is 30 cm in height. Circumference is 34 cm, and it weighs approx. 420 gr. The bottom is signed by the artist.

The Kadu jug is richly illustrated with floral motifs of tulips and carnations. 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 decorations from the Ottoman Empire. An inspiring and elegant ceramic jug, that without doubt will brighten up and provide atmosphere to your dinner table.

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 ceramic jug is a unique piece of handicraft – made to be used. As the Kadu 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 take a look at our fabulous organic products. Bathrobes, towels and bedlinen in GOTS certified quality and luxurious designs – some even with beautiful handmade embroideries. Worthy for a Sultan!

Further information:

The Kadu 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.