Qur’an

Magnificent Ottoman illuminated Qur’an by Mehmed Şevki Efendi (1862). Intricate gold leaf, vibrant calligraphy & geometric designs showcase exquisite Islamic artistry.

Mehmed Şevki Efendi

Mehmed Şevki Efendi (1829-1887) was a renowned Ottoman calligrapher celebrated for his masterful Thuluth-Naskh scripts and the Shevki Mektebi school of calligraphy he founded. Known for exquisite Qur’an copies & intricate Islamic artistry.

Sakıp Sabancı Müzesi

Erkunden Sie das Sakıp Sabancı Museum in Istanbul! Entdecken Sie osmanische Kunst, Kalligraphie und historische Dokumente in einem beeindruckenden Anwesen am Bosporus. Genießen Sie temporäre Ausstellungen, wunderschöne Gärten und ein reiches kulturelles Erlebnis.