Çarkı Madalyon

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A scalloped oval medallion built on four-way radial symmetry, with spiral comma forms, nested teardrops and a central pointed oval packed into a dense symmetrical interior rooted in Ottoman medallion tile composition.

DIMENSION 32mm x 25mm
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All sizes listed are approximate and given in millimetres. Minor variation is normal and part of the handcrafted nature of 3D printed cutters.

Clay thickness and slab preparation will vary depending on the design. As a general starting point, I work at approximately 3mm for most of my designs. More intricate, high-detail work may benefit from a thinner slab. Condition your clay thoroughly and press firmly and evenly for the cleanest result.

For my full technique guide including pasta machine settings, clay brands, and tips by design type, visit the Clay Guidelines page.

Rinse your cutter with warm water after use and allow to air dry completely before storing. Avoid acetone, harsh solvents, or prolonged heat exposure as these can affect the material over time. Store flat or upright in a dry place away from direct sunlight.

About This Design

Where tradition meets the studio

Çarkı Madalyon means revolving medallion. A diamond-oval outer form is edged with circular scallop lobes running the full perimeter, framing a dense four-way symmetrical interior. At the centre sits a pointed oval, surrounded by paired comma and spiral forms in each quadrant, small circular accents, and nested teardrop details that fill every section of the composition. This ottoman medallion polymer clay cutter draws from the çarkıfelek and medallion traditions found across Iznik tilework, Ottoman carpet design and architectural stone relief, where radial symmetry was used to suggest infinite extension from a single fixed point.

The medallion format is one of the most enduring organising principles in Ottoman surface design, appearing in tile panels, manuscript illuminations and woven textiles across five centuries.

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