Peacock and the Flame

Peacock and the Flame is a richly detailed ceramic bowl with a pedestal, created through the demanding techniques of underglaze painting and embossing. The artwork centers on a majestic peacock, its sweeping tail feathers entwined with blossoming branches in warm ochres and copper-blues. The intensity of the cobalt background adds depth, while intricate patterns echo classical Persian aesthetics.

This piece speaks of harmony, elegance, and symbolic renewal. The peacock, a traditional emblem of nobility and watchfulness, appears animated among stylized foliage, suggesting an eternal spring. Its meticulous handwork spans two months and two separate kiln firings—one for form, the other for the glaze—making it a unique and enduring object.

The bowl stands not only as a functional item but as a collectible testament to cultural craftsmanship. Its presence invites both contemplation and admiration, bridging ancient motifs with contemporary finesse.

• Medium: Handmade Ceramic

• Technique: Underglaze Painting (Unterglasurmalerei), Embossing (Prägung)

• Firing Process:

  • 1st: Bisque Firing at 900°C

  • 2nd: Glaze Firing at 1080°C

• Style: Persian-Islamic Decorative Arts

• Time Required: 2 Months

• Mood: Regal, Symbolic, Organic