The Rich Hues of Heritage
Lucien Arkas, Turkish chairman of the multinational conglomerate Arkas Holding, has been a lifelong collector of the arts. The carpets of his homeland have held a particular fascination for him,…
Entwined Roots
A recent exhibition in Istanbul explored what is unique to the separate cultures of India and Türkiye, but also what is shared. Its chief curator, Serra Oruç, explains the significance…
The Alchemy of Warp and Weft Syrian and Lebanese Tapestry-Woven Textiles of the Ottoman Era
Alive speaks to experts in and collectors of Syrian and Lebanese tapestry-woven textiles Anas Al Akhoann and wife Sandre Blake Interview: Serra Oruç Anas, when did you arrive in the…
Weaving in Anatolia: A Culture from Traditional to Contemporary
Weaving is an art that has been passed from mother to daughter for manygenerations. Weavings was initially used for insulation but then developedto other uses as technology was improved. Today,…