Ceramic clay mugs, housewarming gifts, Pakistan handicrafts

September 21,2024

THE MUG: - Hand crafted hand painted blue pottery ceramic mug. - Crafted by artisans in Multan, Pakistan. - Hand painting is also called kashi kaari in Urdu. Painted in the shades of blue. DIMENSIONS: - 5 inches tall. - 3.5 inches diameter. MAKING OF BLUE POTTERY: Usually unique blue rather indigo color is used to make.

THE MUG:

- Hand crafted hand painted blue pottery ceramic mug.
- Crafted by artisans in Multan, Pakistan.
- Hand painting is also called kashi kaari in Urdu. Painted in the shades of blue.

DIMENSIONS:

- 5 inches tall.
- 3.5 inches diameter.

MAKING OF BLUE POTTERY:

Usually unique blue rather indigo color is used to make patterns on the clay pots. Sometime a combination of different colors such as green and cobalt blue is used on white base color.

In blue painting, the clay is the basic element, which is taken specially from the rivers. After grinding and staining this clay, it is moistened in water for three days, followed by softening and crushing it with hands. Then this clay is extended to the surface of smooth ground and with iron tools cut art least into more then one inch tiles or pieces, because this clay shrinks on dehydration. On drying, the tiles or pots are cut into required sizes. Then they are carved with various tools and small holes or gaps on these tiles or pots are also filled with clay to make their surfaces smooth and plane.

Other colors could also be used to make design more attractive. These amazing designs items has to go through a very complex and long process to reach their final state; process involves kneading, filtration, grinding, molding and finally baking this raw material between 400 to 1200 degrees of heat in baking chambers. It is a delicate and laborious procedure requiring a lot of craftsmanship and dedication.

WASHING AND CARE:

This Multani Pottery are delicate products. Stay away from children ‘s control.
Should not use sharp surfaces or harsh dishwashing liquid during washing.

THE STORY :

Blue ceramics, also known as Kashi Kaari, were introduced 100 years ago by local craftsmen, whose professions were influenced by China, Iran, and the Mongols. It is widely known that Kashi’s efforts began in Kashgar, a city in western China. Blue pottery or Kashi is known for intriguing decorations, which include animal motifs, floral patterns, and calligraphy. However, currently the craft, which has been an integral part of Multan’s rich heritage, is in decline due to the lack of patrons. Many workshops, which hitherto specialised in the creation of blue pottery. Taarkashi as a brand is trying to revive the traditional form of kashi kari and hand painted ceramics by helping the diligent artisans earn decent income.

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