A Masterpiece from Word to Image: Siyer-i Nebi
Uncover the story of Siyer-i Nebi, the magnificent 1595 Ottoman manuscript depicting the life of Prophet Muhammad. Learn about its unique iconography, dispersed volumes, and the artists who created it.
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Digital Memory of Anatolian Cultural Heritage
Mirasium
Digital Memory of Anatolian Cultural Heritage
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Osman Hamdi Bey: Bridging Archaeology and Art – The Renaissance Man of the Ottoman Empire
Explore how Osman Hamdi Bey, the Ottoman painter, archaeologist, and museum curator, masterfully blended art and archaeology to forge a unique cultural identity. Discover his masterpieces, his groundbreaking archaeological discoveries like the Alexander Sarcophagus, and his enduring legacy on Turkish and world heritage.
Anatolian Kilim Motifs: The Hidden Language of Symbols, Protection, and Fertility
Explore the ancient symbols woven into Anatolian kilims. Discover the meanings behind the evil eye, hands on hips, ram's horn and more—a journey into a silent, magical language.