Ralfi Berk, a Brooklyn based artist from Istanbul, creates work that draws inspiration from the long lineage of Ottoman artisans. His approach attempts to distill intricately embellished patterns into subtle expressions.

Ralfi’s current “Tile” work explores Iznik ceramics and Ottoman marquetry transforming their traditional forms through contemporary materials and techniques. An ode to some of the most renowned artistic products of Ottoman culture decorating lavish palaces, bath houses and mosques for centuries.

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