Year: 2016
Type: article
Abstract: Meerschaum, which is an organic stone, has the appearance of soil or clay. It is white or similar to white in color. Meerschaum, which is a gemstone has absorbing characteristics, its color changes when exposed to open air, it is soft and easy to work magnesium silicate stone. New Works with high use and aesthetic values are produced from meerschaum, which is a completely unique material with its soft and sensitive structure as well as smoking material. Some of them are jewellery and accessories. The aim of this research is to introduce different meerschaum products in terms of aesthetic and use such as jewellery and accessories and to contribute to the development and introduction of this art. One of the places most suitable to mining and is determined as Eskisehir. Therefore, research sample is comprised of Eskisehir, meerschaum masters continuing to work in Eskisehir and their Works. Research is qualitative in terms of problem, data collection and analysis methods. Method of interview is used in collecting research data and Works are analyzed by being photographed.Keywords: Meerschaum, handcraft, accessories, jewellery
Authors: Nilay Ertürk, Esra Varol
Institution: Anadolu University
Language: English
Topic: Crafts, Textile, and Design
Subfield: Museology
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W2482575886