Aqua Carafe

These glass carafes, hand-blown in Afghanistan, draw the eye. Because they are the colour of a still summer sea, a humming bird’s wing, the core of an ice berg. But they will never look over-the-top or garish because of their elegant shape and long-necked simplicity.

Made in Herat, which is famous for it’s glassware, this beautiful carafe is helping to keep centuries of tradition alive.

Matching tumblers are also available.

Ishkar are a group who work with makers in various countries, including Afghanistan, Yemen, Mali and Iraq to “venture beyond the headlines”. Their goal is to help tell the human stories of troubled and to support craftspeople who are struggling because of events beyond their control. They work with a number of social enterprises in each country to facilitate this. 

Our carafes and glasses are made in Herat, the third largest city in Afghanistan. Herat was famous for its glass, but few glass blowing workshops remain. One of the last is run by Mr Nasarullah, where he works with his son keeping a centuries-old craft alive. 

Pick up something that could have been traded along the old Silk Road.

Approximate dimensions: height 33cm x diameter 10cm (height might vary by 5cm depending on each piece).

Avoid exposing the glass to sudden temperature changes. Not recommended for the dishwasher.