Eskisehir Dede Korkut Monument Wall Iznik Tile Project

Eskisehir Dede Korkut Monument Wall Iznik Tile Project

The Dede Korkut Monument Wall is a public monument located in the Odunpazari district of Eskisehir. The Iznik tile panels produced by Iznik Mavi Cini bring the narratives of Dede Korkut into the public realm through an architectural surface, interpreting this cultural heritage in a miniature style. The project stands out as a distinctive Iznik tile application, notable for its narrative coherence and monumental surface scale.

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Within the scope of Eskisehir being designated the Cultural Capital of the Turkic World, the Dede Korkut Monument Wall, built in Odunpazari Nature Park, is a distinguished example of public art in which cultural narrative is integrated with an architectural surface. In the project, the 12 stories of Dede Korkut were designed by Uzbek miniature artists, and these narratives were presented through Iznik tile panels within a continuous surface composition.

The monument wall measures 20 meters in length and 2 meters in height and features 12 Iznik tile panels, each dedicated to a different story. In the lower section of the panels, texts related to the corresponding stories are included, creating a cohesive relationship between visual narrative and written content. The miniature narrative language was composed in harmony with the rhythm of the Iznik tile surface, allowing the continuity of the story to be felt throughout the space.

The fountain structure located right next to the monument wall, consisting of three fountains, also features Iznik tile panels produced by Iznik Mavi Cini. As a result, the project is not limited to a single surface application, but offers a unified public space experience together with the surrounding architectural elements.

“In this project, the aim was to approach the narrative not merely as a visual element, but as a cultural continuity read together with the space. Preserving the balance between the scale of miniature narration and the architectural surface was our main priority.”
— Iznik Mavi Cini, Senior Architectural Projects Production Facility Manager
How were the Iznik tile panels conceived within the narrative structure of this project?
The panels were designed to present the stories of Dede Korkut through a sequential surface composition. The combination of visual narratives and accompanying texts allows visitors to follow the stories step by step as they move through the space.

What is the role of the monument wall within the public space?
The monument wall was conceived not only as a visual focal point within the Nature Park, but also as a surface that integrates cultural narratives into public life. This approach aims to transform the space into an environment that is not merely passed through, but also read and experienced.

Why are Dede Korkut narratives well suited to architectural surfaces?
The stories of Dede Korkut possess a strong thematic structure that can be adapted from oral tradition into visual narratives. This quality makes it possible to convey the stories across architectural surfaces with continuity and coherence.

What effect does the miniature narrative style create in public spaces?
The miniature style, with its richly detailed compositions, draws viewers closer to the surface and encourages careful observation. When used in public spaces, it creates a narrative-driven experience that invites interaction between the viewer and the architectural surface.