Traditional rural households consisted of man, wife, sons, and grandchildren. Households typically contained 5-6 people and were organized in patrilineal clans. Traditional weddings involved elaborate ceremonies and large wealth transfers
Sultan Abdülmecid (1839-1861) continued Ottoman modernization while respecting traditions. Sultan Abdülaziz (1861-1876) established Dolmabahçe Palace with extensive art collection. European artists like Ayvazovsky and Preziosi worked for Ottoman palace. Traditional miniature painting declined in favor of canvas paintings
Born in 1921 in Bursa's Seçköy village. Parents refused education after completing primary school. Started writing and drawing until age 15
Museum opened in 1930 under Atatürk's direction. Originally housed Turkish Hearths cultural events. Built between 1927-1930 by architect Arif Hikmet Koyunoğlu. Established to promote Turkish art and national identity
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
Established in 2004 as Turkey's first modern art museum. Project started in 1987 with Istanbul Biennial. Initially planned for Feshane industrial area but never built. Moved to 8000 m2 Maritime Enterprises warehouse in 2003. Currently operates in temporary Union Française building in Beyoğlu