A radiant pair of hand-painted ceramic bowls from Nabeul, Tunisia, likely crafted by the Zlafah workshop. These vintage pieces feature traditional North African motifs in bold turquoise, cobalt blue, yellow and black. The floral medallion design at the centre is framed by repeating border patterns and decorative arches, echoing the region’s Berber and Moorish ceramic traditions.

Each bowl is pierced at the foot for hanging, a detail often found in vintage Tunisian export ceramics that blurred the line between functional tableware and wall art. The glaze shows light wear and crackling from age, adding character without compromising structure.

Ideal for display, food serving or wall hanging. These bowls embody the warmth and pattern-rich aesthetic of North African craft.

Details

• Origin: Nabeul, Tunisia

• Maker: Likely Zlafah workshop

• Medium: Glazed earthenware

• Colours: Turquoise, cobalt, yellow, black

• Diameter: approx. 14 cm

• Height: approx. 9.5 cm

• Era: Estimated 1970s–1990s

• Condition: Vintage with light wear, one bowl has small glaze chips and surface crackling consistent with age

• Sold as a pair