Cyclades Tableware, jugs

On these ceramic carafes, wheel-thrown and hand-painted in Sifnos in the Cyclades, unfold the motifs dear to Nikos and his family: flowers, birds, the tree of life, ichthys, octopus, large fish, marine symbols, and ancient signs. Each decoration is applied freehand, guided by the inspiration of the moment. No two carafes are ever quite the same, as if the sea, the wind, and the sun had also signed the ceramic. Whether filled with cool water, juice, or a summer wine, the gaze is instantly drawn into the Mediterranean.

Here, tradition dates back to Antiquity. Pottery made on this small Cycladic island long traveled by boat, delivered from village to village all the way to Athens. In the workshop located in the north of the island, with no precise address—you arrive by following directions from the neighbors—pottery has been a family affair for over a century. In summer, production intensifies to supply holiday tables and loyal clients; the rest of the year, Nikos takes the time to create pieces for the elegant neighborhoods of Athens and for La Maison de Commerce in Paris.

The style of this tableware is built on gentle contrasts: a fine balance between perfection and irregularity, simple yet expressive drawings, confident forms, and luminous colors. Timeless, not to say eternal, these carafes tell, in their own way, the story of the sea, the sun, and the gentle wildness that defines the island. They invite you to mix motifs, complete your collection of bowls, cups, and plates, and create a table of a thousand colors—a corner of the Mediterranean, a touch of summer, all year round.

Note: Entirely hand-painted, each carafe is unique. Decorations may vary—lighter or darker, softer or more defined—according to the artisan’s imagination.
To find out which motifs and colors are currently available, please contact us at info@lamaisondecommerce.com or by phone at +33 (0)1 43 21 04 64.