Glass Rosewater Sprinkler (Cheshm-i Bulbul)

The Glass Rosewater Sprinkler is a slender-necked glass vessel used to sprinkle rose water on guests. The white spiral threads in its body show the 'cheshm-i bulbul' (nightingale's eye) technique

Object details

• Inventory no.: OKM-2016-0488
• Period / date: Ottoman – 19. yüzyıl
• Material: Glass
• Place: İstanbul
• Dimensions: Yükseklik 26 cm
• Gallery: Gallery 5 – Daily Life

The story of the object

The custom of sprinkling rose water as part of welcoming guests in Ottoman mansions made such vessels widespread. The small hole in the narrow mouth lets the rose water fall drop by drop. The white threads in the body were made by adding them to hot glass and twisting.

Acquisition and display status

Came to the museum from a donor in 2016. The work is currently on display. An audio-guide commentary is available; you can pick up an audio guide at the desk.

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