Bursa/Cumalıkızık Evlerinde Kapı Halka, Tokmak ve Aynaları

Research on Cumalıkızık, a UNESCO-listed Ottoman village, reveals that its door rings and knockers—key architectural elements—reflect a blend of European influences and local adaptations. The study analyzed 66 rings and 40 knockers from 135 houses, categorizing them into distinct types based on shape (circular for rings, C/U/L-shaped for knockers) and decorative motifs. Notably, many knockers feature inscriptions like 'Allah' or 'Maşallah,' suggesting religious symbolism. These elements, predominantly dating to the 19th century, demonstrate a tradition that transitioned from imported European designs to locally adapted forms, preserving Ottoman craftsmanship.

Köşklü, Z., & Büber, N. (2024). Bursa/Cumalıkızık Evlerinde Kapı Halka, Tokmak ve Aynaları. Art-Sanat, 0(21), 439–466. https://doi.org/10.26650/artsanat.2024.21.1215493