About Ceren Gurkan
As a lighting designer and ceramic artist based in Istanbul, Ceren’s practice is rooted in her formal training at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University, where she studied Ceramics and Glass Design. She approaches design as a deep exploration of material memory, treating glass, clay, and wood not merely as mediums, but as living narratives shaped by time and devoted craftsmanship. Her creative vision flows through two distinct channels. As the founder of Maiizen, she reinterprets traditional glass-blowing techniques to craft evocative sculptural lighting. Parallel to this, h...Read More
Ceren Gurkan
Established in 20161stDibs seller since 2026
Featured Pieces
Abyss Candleholder No. 1 by Ceren Gurkan, Handcrafted
By Ceren Gurkan
Located in İstanbul, TR
Canyons are formed by the process of long-term erosion from a plateau level. Then come the cliffs, remaining exposed on the valley walls. Ceren Gürkan is utterly enchanted by their m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Organic Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Stoneware
Isla No 1 - Sculptural Table In Stoneware & Hand-blown Glass
Located in İstanbul, TR
Named after the concept of an island, Isla is a collection of sculptural tables that command space with a quiet, grounded strength. Whether standing as a focal point or an intimate a...
Category
2010s Turkish Organic Modern Side Tables
Materials
Stoneware, Blown Glass
ASEA No. 35 Color Wall Light in Stoneware and Hand-blown Glass
By Ceren Gurkan
Located in İstanbul, TR
Organic Modern stoneware and hand-blown glass wall light by Ceren Gürkan. Asea is a sculptural, made-to-order wall piece featuring individually handcrafted wavy textures in ceramic s...
Category
2010s Turkish Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Stoneware, Blown Glass
ASEA No. 13 Sculptural Wall Light in Stoneware and Hand-blown Glass
By Ceren Gurkan
Located in İstanbul, TR
Organic Modern stoneware and hand-blown glass wall light by Ceren Gürkan. Asea is a sculptural, made-to-order wall piece featuring individually handcrafted wavy textures in ceramic s...
Category
2010s Turkish Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Stoneware, Blown Glass
NOVA Sculptural Wall Light in Hand-blown Glass - Blue
By Ceren Gurkan
Located in İstanbul, TR
Inspired by the sudden, brilliant flare of a supernova in the depths of the cosmos, the Nova wall sconce unites the purest form of light with a profound dedication to craftsmanship. ...
Category
2010s Turkish Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
NOVA Sculptural Wall Light in Hand-blown Glass
By Ceren Gurkan
Located in İstanbul, TR
Inspired by the sudden, brilliant flare of a supernova in the depths of the cosmos, the Nova wall sconce unites the purest form of light with a profound dedication to craftsmanship. ...
Category
2010s Turkish Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Abyss No. 24 Sculptural Ceramic Vessel by Ceren Gurkan, Handcrafted
By Ceren Gurkan
Located in İstanbul, TR
Canyons are formed by the process of long-term erosion from a plateau level. Then come the cliffs, remaining exposed on the valley walls. Ceren Gürkan is utterly enchanted by their m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Abyss No. 22 Sculptural Ceramic Vessel by Ceren Gurkan, Handcrafted
By Ceren Gurkan
Located in İstanbul, TR
Canyons are formed by the process of long-term erosion from a plateau level. Then come the cliffs, remaining exposed on the valley walls. Ceren Gürkan is utterly enchanted by their m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Abyss No. 21 Sculptural Ceramic Vessel by Ceren Gurkan, Handcrafted
By Ceren Gurkan
Located in İstanbul, TR
Canyons are formed by the process of long-term erosion from a plateau level. Then come the cliffs, remaining exposed on the valley walls. Ceren Gürkan is utterly enchanted by their m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
ASEA No. 28 Wall Light in Stoneware and Hand-blown Glass
By Ceren Gurkan
Located in İstanbul, TR
Organic Modern stoneware and hand-blown glass wall light by Ceren Gürkan. Asea is a sculptural, made-to-order wall piece featuring individually handcrafted wavy textures in ceramic s...
Category
2010s Turkish Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Stoneware, Blown Glass
Abyss No 1 Sculptural Pendant by Ceren Gurkan, Handcrafted in Turkey
By Ceren Gurkan
Located in İstanbul, TR
Canyons, shaped over millennia by the relentless process of erosion, reveal majestic cliffs that stand exposed on valley walls. Their imposing, mysterious beauty captivates Ceren Gür...
Category
2010s Turkish Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware
Soul Table Lamp Handcrafted by Ceren Gurkan
By Ceren Gurkan
Located in İstanbul, TR
In the depths of every creation lies a soul, unique and vibrant. The Soul collection by Ceren Gürkan elegantly captures this essence; each piece embodies a distinct character, shape,...
Category
2010s Turkish Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
