Ambassador of Turkiye to Qatar H E Dr. Mustafa Goksu and other officials at the launch.
Doha: The Cultural Village Foundation, Katara, has inaugurated the “Soul of Gold” exhibition by Turkish artist Hatice Yetis.
Held in Hall 2 of Building 18 at Katara, the exhibition’s inauguration was attended by Ambassador of Turkiye to Qatar H E Dr. Mustafa Goksu, along with several cultural and artistic figures and a group of art and Islamic heritage enthusiasts.
The exhibition, taking place during the holy month of Ramadan, is part of Katara’s efforts to promote cultural and artistic exchange and highlight Islamic arts as a bridge for communication between peoples.
“Soul of Gold” celebrates the aesthetics of Islamic gilding art and presents a contemporary vision of traditional Turkish Islamic gilding. The exhibition features over 30 paintings by Hatice Yetis and her students, combining Ottoman authenticity with modern artistic touches in a visual experience that reflects the spiritual harmony and golden beauty characteristic of this ancient art form.
Dr. Mustafa Goksu praised the exhibition, considering it a cultural bridge that links Turkiye and Qatar through traditional Islamic arts. He affirmed that such events contribute to enhancing intercultural communication and mutual understanding between peoples, noting that the exhibition reflects the rich heritage of Turkish gilding art in a modern style. He also commended Katara’s role in hosting such events, which not only strengthen cultural cooperation between Turkiye and Qatar but also contribute to reviving Islamic arts and presenting them to the world in a contemporary manner.
Artist Hatice Yetis expressed her happiness in showcasing her works at Katara, emphasising that this exhibition carries an artistic message that transcends borders, adding that gilding art is not just decoration; it is a visual language that reflects contemplation and inner peace.
She explained that she strives through her works to blend Ottoman traditions with modern visions and bring this art to new generations around the world.
The artworks featured in the exhibition employ various gilding techniques. They also use gouache, golden acrylics, and watercolour for the backgrounds. The Rumi technique achieves harmony with the Arabic script and calligraphy styles, with some works incorporating real gold along with gold leaf.
Yetis specialises in classical Turkish gilding art. Over the past years, she has taught gilding at the Yunus Emre Institute Turkish centre in Qatar and participated in numerous art events, including the Spring of Art Festival organised by the Ministry of Culture.
She also took part in the “Bridge of Nations” project organised by the Ministry of Social Development and Family, where she conducted art workshops for children with special needs.
