"Two Brushes, One Harmony" Illumination Exhibition Opens to Visitors at Hünkar Kasrı
The "Two Brushes, One Harmony" exhibition, bringing together the fine ornamentation art of illumination from traditional Turkish and Islamic arts, has opened its doors.
The "Two Brushes, One Harmony" exhibition, which brings together the art of illumination—one of the important branches of traditional Turkish and Islamic arts—has opened its doors to visitors at Hünkar Kasrı.
Opening Location and Purpose of the Exhibition
Illumination, one of the important branches of traditional Turkish and Islamic arts, met with art lovers at Hünkar Kasrı as a fine ornamentation art used in many works, particularly manuscripts.
Evaluations by Şekib Avdagiç
In his speech at the opening of the exhibition, ITO Chairman of the Board Şekib Avdagiç touched upon the great importance of illumination within traditional arts and stated that their main objective is to bring tradition together with the present day.
Statements by Erhan Erken
ITO Assembly President Erhan Erken emphasized that Hünkar Kasrı hosts significant artistic events and stated that illumination means decorating with gold.
Views of Ayşe Gülcan Özbalak
Illuminator Ayşe Gülcan Özbalak expressed her happiness regarding the opening of the exhibition, drawing attention to the master-apprentice relationship in the art of illumination and the extensive learning process.
Wishes of Zeynep Üstün
Illuminator Zeynep Üstün wished for the exhibition to leave lasting marks within the art of illumination and said they were pleased to present this heritage in a valuable venue.
Visitor Information
The exhibition, where art lovers can view these rare works that are the product of great patience and effort, can be visited until September 30.