Calligraphy reached its peak in Ottoman Empire over 500 years. Ebru (paper marbling) originated in Central Asia and Ottoman Empire in 15th century. Metalwork dates back to 2nd-3rd century BC in Central Asia. Felt making dates back to 5th-4th century BC, used for carpets and clothing. Kat'i art involves stenciling intricate designs into leather or paper
Meddah tradition features single storytellers performing improvised stories with canes. Mevlevi Semah symbolizes path to God with mystical movements and music. Âşıklık tradition includes oral duels and recitations with saz. Karagöz is shadow theatre with animated characters on water buffalo skin. Ebru is traditional water-based marbling art using natural pigments
Marbling (ebru) is a traditional decorative art from Eastern countries. Name comes from Persian 'ebr' meaning 'cloud' or 'âb-rûy' meaning 'face water'. Some sources trace origin to India, others to Bukhara in Turkistan
Calligraphy was most important Ottoman art form, transforming mundane documents into art. Each sultan had unique stylized script called Tugra. Ebru art, marbled paper, was UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2014. Silk production centered in Bursa, known for salt-dye techniques
Ottoman-era ceramics from Iznik and Kütahya feature vibrant colors and intricate floral motifs. Turkish carpets and kilims tell stories through intricate patterns and vibrant colors. Peshtemal are lightweight, absorbent bath towels used as scarves and throws
Marbling originated in thirteenth century Turkistan and spread to China, India, Persia and Anatolia. Art was used by Seljuk and Ottoman calligraphers for books and official documents. First documented marbler was Sebek Mehmed Efendi (1595). Necmettin Okyay (1883-1976) revolutionized floral marbling style