Contemporary sculptural artist
Ottoman textile, ceramic and illustration design and patterns
Molly Williams is traveling to Osaka from November 2nd to 15th to present textile work inspired by the artistic exchange between Persian, Ottoman, and Japanese traditions. They explore the historical journey of patterns along the Silk Roads, emphasizing the evolution of motifs that reflect cultural adaptation and dialogue through time.
V&A Store House - 18th Brocade Coat The brocade kaftan (source unknown) - deep indigo blue background with the design in gold yarn. A soft drape. I was particularly interested in the construction techniques of both coats - the stitch work, hems and how the lining (mounted) was stitched into the top fabric. In this …
Iznik ceramics can be dated largely by their colour and design. https://www.christies.com/features/Iznik-Pottery-Collecting-Guide-7183-1.aspx 1480-1520: This early phase in Iznik production saw impressive vessels, usually painted in a bold cobalt-blue and white, and often with patterns reserved in white on the blue ground. The decoration is heavily informed by that of other media, such as manuscript illumination, although …
Traditional Turkish Ottoman motifs are unique to the history of the Ottoman Empire and have been used to decorate many words of art and clothing including fabrics, tiles, ceramics, carpet and decorative arts since the 13th century reaching their zenith in the 16th century. The motif designs include stylised flower and fruits such as the carnation, hyacinth and tulip. Embroidered …