Edirne Eski Camii 1402-14 - History of Islamic Architecture (sitios de interés)

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Edirne
Eski Camii - Old Mosque
1402-14
Architect Haci Alaeddin of Konya


The construction of the Old Mosque of Edirne began in 1402 by Emir Süleyman and was completed under the rule of his brother Mehmed I in 1414. Built as a Friday Mosque in the market neighborhood of Edirne, the mosque took on its current name following the completion of the new Üç Serefeli Mosque in 1447. The mosque was restored between 1924 and 1934 and in 1965 after the 1953 earthquake.



The Prophet's Name (peace be upon him) etched adjacent to a window on the northern façade (19th cent)




The interior of the mosque is a low heavy space, an excellent example of pre-Sinan architecture. If is adorned with painted decoration and large calligraphy dating from the second half of the 19th century. The stone mihrab and minbar remain despite damage by fire. The mihrab is unique with small muqarnas niches placed inside the primary niche.



Text and Photographs from Archnet.org

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