An experimental study on the use of munhani motifi and weaving design

Munhani motif is a pattern used in the illumination and decorative arts of curves. It was generally used with the Rumi motif, which is included in the illumination art. In addition, it has entered into different forms over time and has created a unique attitude and this motif is frequently used in mosque decorations. The munhani, which has a more curved and geometric structure, was also used in the Selçuklu art. Munhani consists of repeating lines and has a unique painting technique. In this thesis, the munhani motif was tried in weaving design and applied on different techniques. Two munhani motif designs were made in the study and the composition was designed to be a diagonal pattern. The designed motifs are shown in weaving design using different techniques such as carpet, rug, cicim, sumac, mixed technique, curl fluff, shuttle weaving, printing, pencilwork and felt. At the end of this study, which is intended to be shown in which weaving designs that these designed motifs look best and which technique works best, the best result is obtained in digital printing, whereas the most difficult and most unsuitable design is mixed using all flat weaving techniques together. Keywords: Münhani, Motif, Weaving techniques.