Mosque Complex of Mihrimah Sultan


1543-1548 Üsküdar municipality in Istanbul Turkey

This is stained glass above the mihrab (a niche that indicates the direction of Mecca).
The stained glass design shows nature: flowers and vines. It is within the shape of a ogival arch and appears to be surrounded by similar designs inlaid in stone.  As with other Islamic art, the colors gold, blue and red are very popular.

founded by Mihrimah Sultan; designed and supervised by Mimar Sinan. Mosque Complex of Mihrimah Sultan at Üsküdar, interior, stained glass above mihrab. 1543-48. Artstor, library.artstor.org/asset/ISLAMIC_DB_10310193299

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