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Butter Churn Vessel
A decorative artifact of museum-quality... These stunning terracotta butter churns originate from the mountains near the historic city of Konya, Turkey. Traditionally, these containers were utilized for churning butter from yogurt. Ancient pottery findings indicate that these pots were used for milk storage, with yogurt serving as a means to preserve milk due to its natural acidity that hinders the growth of harmful bacteria. When the yogurt was agitated after a 5-6 hour process, the butter would surface. The butter derived from fresh yogurt is known as ‘yayik butter’ and has been a longstanding tradition in Turkey for many centuries.Physical Details: A rich terracotta red patina vessel with exposed hole between 2 handles.Age: Approx. 100-150 years oldFound Location: Konya Region, TurkiyeDimensions: Width: 24 inches Height: 26.5 inches Circumference: 72 inches Opening: 5 inches
A decorative artifact of museum-quality...
These stunning terracotta butter churns originate from the mountains near the historic city of Konya, Turkey. Traditionally, these containers were utilized for churning butter from yogurt. Ancient pottery findings indicate that these pots were used for milk storage, with yogurt serving as a means to preserve milk due to its natural acidity that hinders the growth of harmful bacteria. When the yogurt was agitated after a 5-6 hour process, the butter would surface. The butter derived from fresh yogurt is known as ‘yayik butter’ and has been a longstanding tradition in Turkey for many centuries.
Physical Details:
A rich terracotta red patina vessel with exposed hole between 2 handles.
Reduced price due to small crack.
Age: Approx. 100-150 years old
Found Location: Konya Region, Turkiye
Dimensions:
Width: 24 inches
Height: 26.5 inches
Circumference: 72 inches
Opening: 5 inches
A decorative artifact of museum-quality... These stunning terracotta butter churns originate from the mountains near the historic city of Konya, Turkey. Traditionally, these containers were utilized for churning butter from yogurt. Ancient pottery findings indicate that these pots were used for milk storage, with yogurt serving as a means to preserve milk due to its natural acidity that hinders the growth of harmful bacteria. When the yogurt was agitated after a 5-6 hour process, the butter would surface. The butter derived from fresh yogurt is known as ‘yayik butter’ and has been a longstanding tradition in Turkey for many centuries.Physical Details: A rich terracotta red patina vessel with exposed hole between 2 handles.Age: Approx. 100-150 years oldFound Location: Konya Region, TurkiyeDimensions: Width: 24 inches Height: 26.5 inches Circumference: 72 inches Opening: 5 inches