A charming Egyptian Fayoum ceramic mug, individually handmade and hand-painted by artisan potter Sabbah in the village of Tunis. Featuring a beautifully simple design of soft turquoise-blue vertical stripes against a natural ivory background, this delightful mug combines traditional Egyptian craftsmanship with a fresh, contemporary appearance.
The gently irregular shape, generously curved handle and beautifully subtle variations in the glaze give the mug a wonderfully rustic character. The soft blue stripes and delicate crackled finish create an understated design that works equally well in traditional and contemporary kitchens.
With its compact proportions and comfortable handle, this lovely little mug is a beautiful example of the individual craftsmanship for which Egyptian Fayoum pottery is renowned.
Dimensions: 9 cm Height x 7 cm Diameter
Hand washing recommended
Avoid sudden changes in temperature
Handmade and hand-painted earthenware
Design: Turquoise-Blue Vertical Stripes
Colour: Turquoise Blue and Ivory
Handmade by artisan potter Sabbah
Origin: Tunis Village, Fayoum, Egypt
Model Number: SB017
Each piece is individually handmade, with natural variations in shape, colour, glaze and decoration.
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 love the simplicity of the soft turquoise-blue stripes and the wonderfully tactile quality of this little mug. The hand-painted decoration and gently irregular shape give it an individuality that mass-produced ceramics simply cannot replicate.
The combination of traditional Egyptian craftsmanship and understated contemporary colour makes it a particularly appealing addition to a collection of handmade pottery.
Styling Tip
Display this charming mug on an open kitchen shelf or dresser alongside other Egyptian Fayoum ceramics. The soft turquoise-blue stripes look particularly beautiful against natural wood, simple linen and white ceramics.
It also makes a lovely little decorative holder for pencils, paintbrushes or small kitchen utensils.
SKU: 2487