Taşrada Görünürlüğü Sağlamak: 18. Yüzyıl Osmanlı İmparatorluğunda Cihanzade Ailesinin Mimari Hamiliği
Journal: OpenMETU (Middle East Technical University)
Year: 2024

In the 18th century, the Ottoman Empire experienced a significant shift in its architectural style, with a movement from Istanbul to the provinces. The rise of provincial notables, known as ayans, played a crucial role in shaping the architectural and cultural landscapes of these localities during this period. This thesis focuses on the Cihanzade family, a prominent ayan lineage that governed near the port of Izmir from the mid-18th to early 19th centuries. It explores why the family embarked on