"Echoes of Time" is a captivating mixed media installation that weaves together elements of history and personal reflection. The centerpiece of this artwork is a weathered wooden board, discovered amidst the remnants of an Ottoman-era wooden dwelling in Istanbul. Its aged patina tells a story of bygone eras.
Adorning the wooden canvas are a series of black and white photographs, sourced from the cherished antiquarian bookstore, @muhsinkitap, in Istanbul. Dating back to the 1920s to 1940s, these snapshots offer glimpses into a world frozen in time. Each image is a window into lives lived, moments frozen, and stories left untold.
As I immerse myself in these photographs, a symphony of questions and imaginings dance through my mind. What emotions did the subjects harbor? What impelled them to immortalize this instant through the lens? How did the tapestry of their lives continue to unfold beyond that captured moment?
In this meditative exploration, "Echoes of Time" also serves as a mirror to my own lineage. Contemplating my grandparents, residents of Istanbul, and their own collection of photographs, I delve into the essence of their existence during that epoch. Their experiences and emotions, now preserved in monochrome, form a bridge between generations.
This sculpture invites viewers to embark on a transcendent odyssey. It is a journey into the annals of the past, a spiral that propels us towards an unwritten future. Through "Echoes of Time," we find solace in the continuum of human experience and the stories that endure through the ages.
