Some line examples of geometric internal tiles

In this thesis titled "Some Calligraphic Examples from Geometric Interlocking Tiles," the calligraphic examples on tiles found in mosques and tombs in Istanbul constitute the focus of the study. The examined works consist of decorative examples applied to tile surfaces, designed based on geometric ornamentation principles, and integrated with the art of calligraphy. Within the scope of our research, a total of sixteen structures were examined. The identified number of works is thirty-eight. Among these, twelve feature a central design with a lattice motif, sixteen with a centralstar motif, and two are original panels designed with the same composition. Outside Istanbul, eight panels with similar compositions have also been found in the examined structures. As part of the research, some mosques in Istanbul were analyzed, primarily Süleymaniye, Hadım İbrahim Paşa, Kadırga Sokullu Mehmed Paşa, Kılıç Ali Paşa, and Beylerbeyi mosques. It was observed that the predominant script type is celî sülüs, and the compositions and designs show a significant degree of similarity. Most of the panels are İznik productions made with the underglaze technique, with navy blue being the most preferred color.Süleymaniye Mosque, the Al-Fatiha Surah was written on two panels, symmetrically placed to decorate the mihrab wall. At Hadım İbrahim Paşa Mosque's last congregation area, two panels inscribed with the Esmâ-i Hüsnâ stand out; at Kadırga Sokullu Mehmed Paşa Mosque, symmetrical panels with the İhlâs Surah on the mihrab and six Esmâ-i Hüsnâ panels located on the pendentives attract attention. At Kılıç Ali Paşa Mosque, a panel with Esmâ-i Hüsnâ is located above the mihrab; at Beylerbeyi Mosque, there is a panel inscribed with the İhlâs Surah. Additionally, similar tile panels are observed in the tombs of Eyüp Sultan, Şehzade Mehmed, and Sultan Murad III, as well as in Topkapı Palace. Some structures outside Istanbul have also been included in the research to increase the diversity of examples. Keywords: Tile Art, Calligraphy Art, Geometric Ornamentation, Pattern, Motif.