Kaleler Dizisinden 

Erol Akyavaş, born in 1932, made this print titled 'Kaleler Dizisinden', which translates to 'From the Castles Series'. Akyavaş lived through a tumultuous period in Turkish history marked by political instability and cultural shifts. His art often reflects a search for identity amidst these changes. In this print, the castle motif could symbolize protection, history, or even confinement. The geometric precision and attention to detail, remind me of Islamic art traditions, perhaps echoing Akyavaş's own cultural heritage. The castle's design is almost like a maze; it evokes a sense of being caught between worlds, the personal and the political, the traditional and the modern. Akyavaş once said, "Art is a bridge between the visible and the invisible." Perhaps this work invites us to contemplate the structures we build around ourselves and the stories they tell about who we are. Ultimately, this print invites us to reflect on the interplay between personal identity, cultural heritage, and the built environment.