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Ottoman architecture is an architectural style or tradition that developed under the Ottoman Empire over a long period, [1] undergoing some significant changes during its history. [2] It first emerged in northwestern Anatolia in the late 13th century [3] and developed from earlier Seljuk Turkish architecture, with influences from Byzantine and ...
Classical Ottoman architecture is a period in Ottoman architecture generally including the 16th and 17th centuries. The period is most strongly associated with the works of Mimar Sinan, who was Chief Court Architect under three sultans between 1538 and 1588. The start of the period also coincided with the long reign of Suleiman the Magnificent ...
The first Ottomans were established in northwest Anatolia near the borders of the Byzantine Empire.Their position at this frontier encouraged influences from Byzantine architecture and other ancient remains in the region, and there were examples of similar architectural experimentation by the other local dynasties of the region. [13]
The 19th century saw an increase of architectural influences from Western Europe in Ottoman culture. [1] The Ottoman Baroque style, which emerged in the 18th century, continued to be evident in the early 19th century under the reigns of Selim III and Mahmud II. Empire style and Neoclassical motifs also began to be introduced around this time.
Ottoman architectural decoration. The Tomb of Cem in the Muradiye Complex in Bursa, built in the late 15th century. The tomb contains relatively well-preserved examples of painted decoration from this era (upper walls), as well as single-colour hexagonal tiles (possibly dated to 1429) that are typical of early tilework.
1740s to 1820s. Ottoman Baroque architecture, also known as Turkish Baroque, [1][2] was a period in Ottoman architecture in the 18th century and early 19th century which was influenced by European Baroque architecture. Preceded by the changes of the Tulip Period and Tulip Period architecture, the style marked a significant departure from the ...
The library is an example of Ottoman architecture of the 18th century. [citation needed] The exterior of the building is faced with marble. The library has the form of a Greek cross with a domed central hall and three rectangular bays. The fourth arm of the cross consists of the porch, which can be approached by a flight of stairs on either side.
This category has the following 14 subcategories, out of 14 total. Buildings and structures by Ottoman architects (9 C, 1 P)