New Mosque Restoration, Istanbul (Yeni Cami)

Known also as the Valide Sultan Mosque, the New Mosque, Istanbul is one of the monumental structures that define the architectural identity of the city. Its construction progressed across different periods, and it is regarded as the last major imperial mosque commissioned by the Ottoman dynasty. The prolonged construction process has positioned the mosque as a distinctive example within Ottoman architectural history.

As part of the restoration works initiated in 2020, Iznik Mavi Cini produced a total of 850 Iznik tiles for use in the mosque’s tile decorations. These tiles were manufactured in multiple dimensions, including 25x25 cm, 12x25 cm, and 9x25 cm, and were evaluated with direct reference to the existing tile surfaces to ensure visual and technical consistency.

The restoration approach focused on preserving the original compositional order observed in the mosque’s tile decorations and maintaining coherence with the overall architectural structure. The produced tiles were assessed within the historical and artistic context of the mosque, and the restoration process was carried out with an approach respectful of cultural heritage.

“Tile work in monumental structures such as the New Mosque is not merely decorative; it constitutes a fundamental component of architectural integrity.”

“Iznik Mavi Cini, Senior Restoration Workshop Manager”