Rooted in the meaning of gold and defined by the art of gilding, manuscript illumination first emerged as the closest companion to calligraphy—embracing ornamentation as a refined visual language. Developed under imperial patronage and perfected by master court artists, illumination became one of the most prestigious disciplines of decorative arts, shaping not only surface decoration but also influencing textile and ornamental design. Over time, it came to represent both the classical art of Islamic manuscript embellishment and a cornerstone of Ottoman ornamental aesthetics.
As a hallmark of rich, intricate, and elegant craftsmanship, illumination stylized floral beauty with remarkable creativity—rendering roses, narcissus, tulips, hyacinths, irises, and countless spring blossoms with devotion and precision. Beyond the iconic palette of gold and deep blue, it embraced a broad spectrum of tones, including orange, green, burgundy, pink, yellow, violet, black, and endless nuanced variations.
Its artistic vocabulary expanded into a refined world of stylized botanical compositions, rosettes, rosebuds, scrollwork, animal-inspired forms, and many other classical motifs. Always placing sacred manuscripts at the center, illumination adorned Qur’an manuscripts, calligraphic panels, imperial decrees and monograms, bookbindings, miniatures, tomb textiles, boxes and chests—creating mature masterpieces of ornament without ever competing with the message of the text itself. Its influence also extended to ceremonial and protective objects such as talismanic garments, tent poles, weapon cases, and quivers.
Named after a classical motif derived from a stylized vertical cross-section of a flower, this vase reinterprets the tradition of illumination on glass. Crafted from handmade amber-colored glass, the piece features raised relief motifs meticulously hand-decorated using gold gilding, presented with exceptional artisanal hand craftsmanship.
Gilded Floral Motif Vase
Lenght: 31 cm
Width: 7 cm
Height: 25.5cmLimited Edition
%100 Handmade
Cleaning Suggestion: Wipe with a dry cloth
