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Traditional calligraphy preservation in Turkey

Overview

Traditional Islamic calligraphy, known as Hüsn-i Hat, is seeing renewed interest and preservation efforts across different regions of Turkey.

In Kütahya, instructor Ahmet Türk has been teaching the fundamental rules and techniques of the art form at the Diyanet Youth Center. The program aims to introduce younger generations to the craft through a master-apprentice relationship to ensure its future preservation.

In Van, calligrapher and imam Ahmet Hüsrev Koyuncu is promoting the art through an atelier in the Bedesten Bazaar and his role as President of the Van Ancient Traditional Arts Association. Koyuncu noted that while the art form previously faced public misunderstanding, interest has grown significantly, with many former students now teaching the craft themselves. He is also researching the region's history, noting that Van produced 11 world-renowned calligraphers during the Ottoman era.

Entities

Diyanet Gençlik Merkezi · Ahmet Türk · Van · Van Ancient Traditional Arts Association · Hüsrev Paşa Mosque

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Calligrapher Ahmet Hüsrev Koyuncu promotes traditional art in Van

    Calligrapher Ahmet Hüsrev Koyuncu is working to preserve traditional Islamic calligraphy in Van, Turkey, by teaching students and researching the city's historical artistic legacy.

  2. [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Kütahya sees rising interest in traditional calligraphy courses

    Calligraphy courses at the Diyanet Youth Center in Kütahya are experiencing growing interest, aiming to preserve traditional Turkish-Islamic art through master-apprentice training.

Sources

gazetedamga.com.tr · medyagazete.com · mersinhaber.com · sondakika.com · vanhabergazetesi.com · wanhaber.com