The vase has an elegant traditional form, with a rounded bulbous body rising to a slender neck and broadly flared trumpet-shaped rim.

Its surface is filled with intricate narrative decoration, including traditionally dressed musicians and figures arranged among fruit, foliage and ornamental floral motifs.

The warm reds, greens, yellows and creams contrast beautifully against the vibrant cobalt-blue background, while the detailed painted borders around the neck, shoulder and base give the design a balanced and highly finished appearance.

The decoration reflects the distinctive character of Kütahya pottery, with strong İznik-inspired colour, stylised botanical ornament and lively figural storytelling.

As the vase was shaped and painted individually by hand, slight variations in line, colour and surface are part of its unique character rather than the uniform finish of factory transfer-printed ceramics.

The artist’s signature and date provide a clear record of its production and add further interest for collectors of Turkish ceramics, Middle Eastern decorative art and individually signed studio pottery.

Presented in very good condition.

No chips, cracks or repairs have been identified.

The hand-painted decoration remains bright, vibrant and well defined throughout, with only light signs of age and careful handling.

Minor variations in the glaze, painted lines and surface are consistent with the vase’s handmade and individually decorated nature.

Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and provide the best indication of the colours, painted detail, artist’s signature and overall condition.