IZNIK REIMAGINED
Iznik’s enchantment became my lens to explore patterns, forms, and colors — exploring a dialogue between periods, weaving Seljuk motifs, kaftan patterns, and elements from other historical eras with my own original designs. Every piece aims to create a space where history meets modernity, resulting in a fresh, personal visual language.
Iznik’s enchantment became my lens to explore patterns, forms, and colors — exploring a dialogue between periods, weaving Seljuk motifs, kaftan patterns, and elements from other historical eras with my own original designs. Every piece aims to create a space where history meets modernity, resulting in a fresh, personal visual language.
Iznik (Nicaea) pottery is listed among the most precious items in the world’s most prestigious museums. My journey with Iznik tiles began with a deep study of the originals, etuding these historic pieces to understand their aesthetic theories — the rhythm and balance hidden in every line and curve. The traces of this enchantment became more than mere inspiration — they became a lens through which I explore pattern, form, and color. I often create a dialogue between periods, integrating Seljuk motifs, kaftan patterns, or elements from other eras, and inventing entirely new graphic patterns of my own. By layering these influences, I aim to create pieces that are not mere reproductions but reinterpretations — where traditional patterns are transformed into contemporary forms. Each piece becomes a space where history meets modernity, a fusion that respects the past while offering a fresh and personal visual language.
Iznik Reimagined: Based on an original Iznik deep dish with softly foliated rim, c. 1550. Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation Museum, Lisbon / quartz tile, 40 × 30 cm
Iznik Reimagined: Based on an original Iznik rimless, shallow dish, c. 1550. Victoria & Albert Museum, London / quartz tile, 40 × 30 cm
Iznik Reimagined: Based on an original Iznik cylindrical tankard, c. 1550. Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation Museum, Lisbon / quartz tile, 40 × 30 cm
Quartz tiles handcrafted by Gunhan Bozkurt, installed in a private residence in Bodrum designed by architect Gulay Tezer.
Quartz tiles handcrafted by Gunhan Bozkurt, installed in a private residence in Bodrum designed by architect Gulay Tezer.
Iznik Reimagined: Dragonflies / a set of ceramic tiles, each 25 × 25 cm
Iznik Reimagined: Yellow Squares / a set of ceramic tiles, each 25 × 25 cm
Iznik Reimagined: Tulips / a set of ceramic tiles, each 25 × 25 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic vases, Ø 30 cm, h. 35 cm (left); Ø 30 cm, h. 30 cm (right)
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic vase, Ø 30 cm, h. 30 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic vase, Ø 28 cm, h. 30 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic vase, Ø 30 cm, h. 35 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic vase (detail), Ø 28 cm, h. 30 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic bowl, Ø 20 cm, h. 7 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic bowl, Ø 20 cm, h. 7 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic plate (detail), Ø 45 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic plate, Ø 45 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic plate, Ø 45 cm
Iznik Reimagined / fluted ceramic balloon vase, Ø 24.5 cm, h. 28.5 cm
Iznik Reimagined / fluted ceramic balloon vase (detail), Ø 24.5 cm, h. 28.5 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic vase in elibelinde ("hands on hips") form, Ø 14 cm, h. 28 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic plate, Ø 45 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic plate, Ø 45 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic vase in elibelinde ("hands on hips") form, Ø 14 cm, h. 28 cm
Iznik Reimagined / flat ceramic bottle, h. 40 cm, w. 15 cm
Iznik Reimagined / flat ceramic bottles, h. 40 cm and h. 30 cm, each w. 15 cm
Iznik Reimagined / bulbous ceramic vase, Ø 18 cm, h. 25 cm
Iznik Reimagined / long-necked ceramic vase, Ø 15 cm, h. 28 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic bowl, Ø 20 cm, h. 6 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic bowl, Ø 20 cm, h. 6 cm
Iznik Reimagined / conical ceramic vase, Ø 14 cm, h. 14.5 cm
Iznik Reimagined / conical ceramic vase, Ø 14 cm, h. 14.5 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic bowl, Ø 30 cm, h. 13 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic bowl, Ø 30 cm, h. 13 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic jug, Ø 12 cm, h. 20 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic jug, Ø 12 cm, h. 20 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic jug, Ø 12 cm, h. 20 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic jugs, each Ø 12 cm, h. 20 cm
znik Reimagined / long-necked ceramic vase, Ø 15 cm, h. 28 cm
znik Reimagined / long-necked ceramic vase, Ø 15 cm, h. 28 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic bowl, Ø 27 cm, h. 14 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic bowl, Ø 27 cm, h. 14 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic tea & coffee set: large handleless cups, each Ø 9 cm, h. 8 cm; large straight-sided saucers, each Ø 14.5 cm
Iznik Reimagined / large straight-sided ceramic saucer, Ø 14.5 cm
Iznik Reimagined / large straight-sided ceramic saucer, Ø 14.5 cm
Iznik Reimagined / large handleless ceramic cup, Ø 9 cm, h. 8 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic tea & coffee set: large handleless cups, each Ø 9 cm, h. 8 cm; large straight-sided saucers, each Ø 14.5 cm
Iznik Reimagined / ceramic tea & coffee set: small handleless cups, each Ø 6.5 cm, h. 4.5 cm; small straight-sided saucers, each Ø 9.5 cm; large handleless cups, each Ø 9 cm, h. 8 cm; large straight-sided saucers, each Ø 14.5 cm; straight-sided; dessert plates, each Ø 23 cm
Iznik Reimagined / large straight-sided ceramic saucers, each Ø 14.5 cm
Iznik Reimagined / straight-sided ceramic bowl, Ø 26 cm, h. 8 cm
Iznik Reimagined / straight-sided ceramic bowl, Ø 26 cm, h. 8 cm
Iznik Reimagined / straight-sided ceramic bowls, each Ø 26 cm, h. 8 cm
Iznik Reimagined / double-sided ceramic bowl, Ø 18 cm, h. 5 cm
Iznik Reimagined / double-sided ceramic bowl, Ø 18 cm, h. 5 cm
Iznik Reimagined / double-sided ceramic bowl, Ø 18 cm, h. 5 cm
Iznik Reimagined / double-sided ceramic bowl, Ø 18 cm, h. 5 cm
Iznik Reimagined / double-sided ceramic bowls, each Ø 18 cm, h. 5 cm
Iznik Reimagined / double-sided ceramic bowls, each Ø 18 cm, h. 5 cm
Iznik Reimagined / double-sided ceramic bowls, each Ø 18 cm, h. 5 cm
Iznik Reimagined / double-sided ceramic bowls, each Ø 18 cm, h. 5 cm
Iznik Reimagined / double-sided ceramic bowls, each Ø 18 cm, h. 5 cm
Iznik Reimagined / double-sided ceramic bowls, each Ø 18 cm, h. 5 cm
