BL18 – BUTTER CHURN VESSEL

This gorgeous terracotta whitewash butter churn comes from the mountains of the ancient city of Konya, Turkiye. This vessel was traditionally used to make butter from yogurt. Evidence from ancient pottery shows that people were using these pots to store milk and as a fermented food, yogurt was a great way to preserve milk, since its natural acidity slows the growth of harmful bacteria. When the yogurt was shaken or agitated, the butter would rise to the top. The butter produced from fresh yogurt is called ‘yayik butter’ and has been traditionally produced in Turkiye for centuries.

Age: Approx. 200 years old

Physical Details: A 2 handle terracotta vessel with indistinct indented design around top and features a beautiful array of browns, reds and white natural patina colouring.

Found Location: Konya Region, Turkiye

Dimensions: H33”, W25”, Circum. 75”C, Opening 6”