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Blue Mosque, Istanbul

Istanbul - where the East meets the West

7/3/2011 9:06:46 PM
by Keiko Tanabe - 1 Comment
Topics: Available 9x12 | Available Works | Sold Works | Turkish Landscapes 

The land where the East meets the West… Istanbul has been the crossroads of cultures for many centuries.  For someone like me who grew up in the Far East and has been exposed to the western culture almost all my life, it is simply a fascinating place.

Bosphorus River that flows from the Black Sea runs through the city, and people in Istanbul often refer to one side as European and the other Asian in their conversations.  In fact, they may live on one side and go to work or school on the other; and they may cross one of the bridges or take a boat to do errands or go shopping on the other side.  Where else in the world can you have such an almost surreal experience?

Istanbul, Turkey I (Blue Mosque)

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Media: Original watercolor on paper
Image Size: 11.5 x 15.5 inches (29 x 39 cm)
Frame/Mat: No

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Istanbul, Turkey II

Istanbul, Turkey II


A larger image of this painting is available on request.

Image Size: 8.25 x 11.5 inches (21 x 29 cm)

Frame/Mat: No

Purchase: Please send me an email for details.

Istanbul, Turkey V (Kadikoy)

Istanbul, Turkey V (Kadikoy)


A larger image of this painting is available on request.

Image Size: 8.25 x 11.5 inches (21 x 29 cm)

Frame/Mat: No

Purchase: Please send me an email for details.


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1 Response to Istanbul - where the East meets the West

I was wondering why I hadn't seen your name on anything--well,except for that brush buzz contest you won. Congratulations. Glad you enjoyed yourself this summer.
Elizabeth


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