WOODEN FLASK 0.75l, OLD MAN WITH A BARREL

• Čutura, buklia, flask, flat
• Motif: Uncle and a barrel with the inscription Serbia
• Volume: 0.75 l
• Glass bottle
• The coat of arms of Serbia on the other side
• Material: Maple wood
• Production technique: Engraving or printing
• Dimensions: 28 x 20 x 8 cm

What is buclia?

A flat, buklia or flask is a specially made brandy bottle. It has a special purpose and a special place in the household and tradition. When announcing the wedding, it is called by the book. It is filled with brandy, while in the southern parts of Serbia wine is also poured, it is decorated with a wreath of flowers, which fades over time, it is not taken off until the last guest is invited and with a wedding towel, if it is a wedding, and if it is get married, then a handkerchief made of some fine material is put on and the caller goes from house to house to invite relatives, neighbors and friends to the wedding. Wedding bouquets are part of cultural heritage and a beautiful prop at every wedding.

How is a flask made?

The plate consists of a brandy flask bound with a brass ring and a neck. The balloon, which is also the most important part of the plate, is made of three parts: a wooden ring around which there are brass hoops and two bottoms carved with different motifs. In this version, there is a glass bottle inside the balloon. The price of the flask depends on the dimensions, the manufacturing technique and the wood. Each plate is handmade and therefore unique.

Where to buy a bottle?

Now simply online at Serbianshop.