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This 300 ml ceramic mug is hand-painted in the Swati naqashi style of Swat Valley, Pakistan. A midnight-black exterior is divided into vertical panels holding a crimson palmette, a turquoise blossom vine, and a band of ivory teardrops, every motif outlined in raised gold. The interior is left in plain food-safe white glaze, and even the handle is painted and laced in saffron.
Design Details
- Midnight-black exterior divided into vertical motif panels by saffron rules
- Crimson palmette, turquoise blossom vine, and ivory teardrop bands, each outlined in raised gold
- White dot beading running around the rim and the base of the mug
- Painted handle laced in saffron over navy, and a plain white food-safe glazed interior
Specifications
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Capacity: 300 ml (approximately 10 fl oz)
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Dimensions: Approximately 4 inches high, 3.2 inches diameter (10 x 8 cm)
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Material: Glazed ceramic with hand-painted Swati enamel decoration
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Finish: Lacquer-sealed hand-painted exterior, food-safe glazed interior
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Care: Hand-wash only with mild soap and a soft sponge. Not dishwasher or microwave safe
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this mug safe to drink from?
Yes. The interior and the rim are finished in standard food-safe ceramic glaze. The hand-painted Swati decoration is applied to the outer wall only, so it never contacts the drink.
Why can it not go in the dishwasher or microwave?
The exterior is decorated with enamel and metallic paints sealed under lacquer rather than fired under a glaze. Dishwasher detergent and heat cycles will dull and eventually lift that layer, and the metallic gold is not microwave safe. Hand-washing keeps the painting intact for years.
How is this different from your Multani blue pottery mugs?
Multani blue pottery mugs are painted under the glaze and fired, which makes them dishwasher and microwave safe. Swati mugs are hand-painted over a finished ceramic body in the naqashi tradition, giving raised gold outlining and a much wider palette in exchange for hand-wash-only care.
Can I feel the painting?
Yes. The gold outlining and the white dot beading stand proud of the surface, so the pattern has a distinct raised texture under the fingertips.
Handcrafted in Swat Valley, Pakistan. Minor variations in color and pattern are natural features of authentic handmade work.