ISTANBUL, Turchia / Türkiye - la tomba del sultano Murad III nel cimitero di Santa Sofia. Costruito nel 1599, ha una pianta esagonale con una cupola centrale supportata da sei colonne. Il centro della cupola è decorato con il tewhid kalima-i in stile cufico. L'interno è decorato con piastrelle Iznik color corallo, madreperla ed ebano. La tomba comprende il sultano, sua moglie, Safiya Sultana, e i suoi figli e figlie. Il cimitero di Santa Sofia, accanto all'edificio principale, contiene cinque tombe appartenenti ai Sultani ottomani e ai loro familiari.
6706 x 4475 px | 56,8 x 37,9 cm | 22,4 x 14,9 inches | 300dpi
Data acquisizione:
3 febbraio 2015
Ubicazione:
Hagia Sophia Tombs, Istanbul, Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, Turkey
Altre informazioni:
Photograph by David Coleman. The tomb of Sultan Murad III, located in the Hagia Sophia cemetery in Istanbul, Turkey, is a remarkable example of late 16th-century Ottoman funerary architecture. Constructed in 1599, this hexagonal mausoleum showcases the refined artistic and architectural tastes of the Ottoman Empire at its cultural zenith. The tomb's distinctive hexagonal plan is crowned by a central dome, supported by six elegant columns. This architectural arrangement not only creates a visually striking structure but also holds symbolic significance in Islamic design. The dome's center is adorned with the kalima-i tewhid (the Islamic declaration of faith) executed in the angular kufic script, adding a profound spiritual dimension to the space. Inside, the tomb is a testament to Ottoman luxury and craftsmanship. The walls are adorned with coral-red Iznik tiles, renowned for their vibrant color and intricate designs. The use of mother-of-pearl and ebony in the interior decoration further emphasizes the imperial status of the tomb's occupants, creating a rich interplay of textures and materials. Sultan Murad III, who reigned from 1574 to 1595, is interred here along with his wife Safiye Sultan, originally named Baffo, of Venetian-Albanian origin. The tomb also houses the remains of their sons and daughters, underscoring its role as a dynastic mausoleum. Situated within the Hagia Sophia complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site, this tomb is one of five royal mausoleums in the cemetery. Its location next to the main building of Hagia Sophia highlights the continued importance of this site even after its conversion from a Byzantine church to an Ottoman mosque. The tomb of Sultan Murad III stands as a poignant reminder of Ottoman imperial power, artistic achievement, and religious devotion. It offers visitors a glimpse into the funerary traditions of Ottoman royalty and the sophisticated blend of architecture, calligraphy, and decorative arts that characterized this era of
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