A wonderfully decorative Egyptian Fayoum ceramic candle holder, individually handmade and hand-painted by artisan potter Meaza in the village of Tunis. Available in three beautiful colourways - Turquoise, White and Turquoise & Blue - each piece celebrates the traditional craftsmanship and distinctive character of Egyptian Fayoum pottery.
Featuring an unusual and versatile two-part design, this charming candle holder separates into two individual pieces, both of which can hold a candle. The beautifully simple sculptural form and richly coloured glazes make it as appealing as a decorative object as it is a practical candle holder.
Standing 17 cm tall when assembled, the candle holder brings a lovely combination of colour, texture and traditional craftsmanship to a dining table, mantelpiece or console. Display the two sections together or separately to create different arrangements.
Dimensions: 17 cm Height x 11 cm Diameter
Hand washing recommended
Avoid sudden changes in temperature
Handmade and hand-painted earthenware
Two-part design - both sections can hold a candle
Handmade by artisan potter Meaza
Origin: Tunis Village, Fayoum, Egypt
Each piece is individually handmade, with natural variations in shape, colour, glaze and decoration.
Always place on a stable, heat-resistant surface and never leave burning candles unattended.
Traditional Egyptian Fayoum Pottery
This beautiful Egyptian pottery is handmade in the small oasis village of Tunis in Fayoum, using traditional techniques and local materials, including clay sourced from Aswan in the Nile Valley.
The revival of pottery in Tunis is closely associated with Swiss-born ceramic artist Evelyne Porret, who established the Fayoum Pottery School in the 1980s. Her work helped introduce new generations of local artisans to traditional pottery techniques and distinctive decorative styles.
Today, Tunis is renowned for its community of independent pottery workshops, where skilled artisans create wonderfully individual ceramics inspired by the surrounding oasis landscape.
Birds, flowers, palm trees and other elements of the natural world feature prominently in the designs, often interpreted in a charmingly free and naïve style. Each piece celebrates the creativity of its maker, with subtle variations in form, pattern and colour making every item unique.
Why We Love It
We particularly love the clever two-part design of these candle holders, which allows each section to be used independently. The beautifully expressive glazes and simple sculptural shapes give them a wonderful sense of individuality, while the three colourways offer plenty of possibilities for mixing and matching.
Styling Tip
Display the candle holder assembled for a taller, more sculptural arrangement, or separate the two sections and use them with candles of different heights.
Mix the Turquoise, White and Turquoise & Blue finishes for a relaxed, eclectic display, or combine with other Egyptian Fayoum ceramics to create a colourful collection of traditional handmade pottery.
SKU: 2485