Adil Can Güven

“Iznik tiles are not mere clay, but the sacred marriage of quartz and flame where brilliant colors outlast millennia.”

— Adil Can Güven, Authentic Glazed İznik Quartz Ceramic & Tile Art

Story of the Craft & Life Journey

Born in 1953, Master Adil Can Güven is recognized in Turkey's National Living Human Treasures inventory for resurrecting authentic 16th-century Ottoman royal quartz ceramics in historic İznik. Working alongside his artist wife Nursan Güven, his studio sits moments away from the İznik Historic Kilns Excavation.

Workshop & Visiting Information

Workshop Address:Mahmut Çelebi Mah. Kılıçaslan Cad. No:74, İznik / Bursa

Visiting Hours:Pazartesi - Cumartesi: 10:00 - 18:30 (Pazar randevu ile)

Bursa Cultural Heritage & Historic Landmarks

Explore the historic bazaars, khans, and cultural sites of Bursa where this tradition thrives.

İznik Çini Fırınları Kazı Alanı

Tarihi Saray Çini Fırınları

İznik Ayasofya (Orhan Camii)

İznik Tarihi Merkez & Çinili Yapılar

Workshop Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions About Adil Can Güven

Who is Adil Can Güven and what craft does he/she practice?

Adil Can Güven is a master artisan of Authentic Glazed İznik Quartz Ceramic & Tile Art in Bursa. Producing works using traditional methods with 52 Years with Quartz Clay & Kilns of experience.

Where is Adil Can Güven's workshop and how can it be visited?

Adil Can Güven's workshop is located at "Mahmut Çelebi Mah. Kılıçaslan Cad. No:74, İznik / Bursa". Visiting hours: Pazartesi - Cumartesi: 10:00 - 18:30 (Pazar randevu ile).