Researching And Examining Traditional Blue-White Iznik Tile Patterns And Application Of Their Contemporary Interpretations In Industrial Table Ceramics

Abstract

The production of traditional blue-white tiles in Iznik began in the 14th century and experienced its golden age in the 16th century. The tile masters of the period produced important works in this regard, while reflecting the era they were in on the one hand, and carrying the cultural codes of the period to the present day with the works they produced. Blue-white tiles left their mark on ceramic art with their patterns and decorations, as well as their forms and production techniques. Blue-white decorated tiles, which were used in daily use, especially as tableware during the Ottoman period, later took on a characteristically multi-colored and different style with the inclusion of various colors in production.

In this article, the patterns, forms and production methods used in blue-white tiles, which left their mark on ceramic art, were examined and their contemporary interpretations were investigated. Within the scope of the research, the current situation of blue-white productions was examined and solution suggestions were presented. On the other hand, the production of ceramic art and industrial table ceramics is rapidly increasing today. Producing contemporary interpretations of blue-white tile patterns in today's table ceramics will contribute to the effort to keep our traditional patterns, and therefore our cultural identity, alive, while on the other hand, the proposal brought within the scope of this research will contribute to the emergence of new contemporary designs in industrial table ceramics. In addition, new contemporary designs and production processes based on blue-white tiles will be explained in this research, supported by visuals. It is hoped that this research will be a resource for designers and students receiving training on how to design and produce contemporary interpretations of traditional patterns.