"Hilal" (Crescent)
"Hilal" (Crescent)
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"Hilal (Crescent)"
Artist: Kadriye Bayraktar
Year Created: 2023
Dimensions: 50x70 cm (19.7x27.6 in)
Materials: Yellow gold, gouache, acrylic paint
Technique: Classical Illumination
This work, created using the classical murakka technique, harmonizes the elegance of yellow gold and colorful paints, blending traditional and modern touches. The piece is designed with the 16th-century perspective in mind, incorporating the Rumi motif into its structure. Symmetrical borders are applied around the inner text, while the lower corners are adorned with delicate finishing touches, known as perdah. The outer section features the Rumi form in its traditional style, enhanced by a flowing border that transitions outward.
The composition, combining classic Rumi motifs with a modern twist, is completed with intricate applications of gold, adding a rich layer of depth and meaning.
This remarkable piece blends the artistic legacy of the past with a contemporary view, offering a unique addition to your collection.