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Art in the Mysterious World of the Harem: The Education and Music of Concubines
9 September 2025
In the fantasy world of Orientalist paintings, the Harem is often depicted as an exotic place of leisure. This article…
The Art Flowing from the Palace’s Brush to Hearts: Being a Calligrapher in the Ottoman Empire
7 September 2025
The Art Flowing from the Palace's Brush to Hearts: Being a Calligrapher and the Subtleties of Calligraphy in the Ottoman…
From “Private Garden” to “Gülhane Park”: The Palace Gardens’ Rendezvous with the Public
2 September 2025
At the very tip of Istanbul's historic peninsula, stretching between the imposing walls of Topkapi Palace and the cool waters…
The Color of an Empire: Symbolic Meanings of Colors in the Ottoman Palace
2 September 2025
From the İznik tiles adorning the walls of Topkapı Palace to the silk kaftan on the Sultan's back, from the…
The Essence of an Empire: The Invisible Heritage of the Palace
2 September 2025
When you step through the massive gates of Topkapi Palace, you are greeted by the dazzling blue of the tiles,…
The Seal of Trust of the Empire: Foundation and Financial Management in Topkapı Palace
1 September 2025
Topkapı Palace was not merely the Sultan's residence and a center for political decisions, but also the beating economic heart…
From Palace to Runway: The Influence of Ottoman Palace Kaftans on Modern Fashion Design
1 September 2025
In the silent corridors of Topkapı Palace, invaluable treasures reflecting the empire's power and splendor are hidden. However, among these…
From Iznik to Europe: The Impact of Topkapı Palace Tiles on Western Art
1 September 2025
Topkapı Palace is filled with invaluable treasures showcasing the power and wealth of a global empire. However, perhaps the most…
The Sultan’s Secret Garden: Topkapı’s Botanical and Medicinal Treasures in Enderun
1 September 2025
The gardens adorning the courtyards and terraces of Topkapı Palace are known as aesthetically marvelous landscapes, greeting visitors with the…
Elixirs of the Favorites: Beauty and Health Recipes in the Ottoman Palace
1 September 2025
Although the Harem quarters of Topkapi Palace harbored countless political intrigues and power struggles behind its walls, it was also…
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