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A beautiful, authentic hand-painted ceramic hot air balloon hanging ornament from the world-famous Chez Galip studio in Avanos (Cappadocia), Turkey. Signed by the workshop on the bottom, this piece perfectly captures the spirit of Cappadocia—globally renowned for its breathtaking hot air balloon rides and historic pottery traditions. The balloon features a glossy cream-glazed background adorned with vibrant, traditional Turkish folk-art floral patterns in rich reds and greens, accented with subtle, delicate glitter details. A matching ceramic gondola basket hangs gracefully beneath the balloon via sturdy, vintage-style metal chain links.This whimsical artisan piece makes a stunning addition to boho home decor, a unique Christmas tree ornament, or a meaningful keepsake for anyone who has traveled to Turkey. Excellent pre-owned condition. The hand-painted glaze remains bright and vibrant. (Please examine all high-resolution photos carefully as they form part of the description).