Turkish teapot abstraction

Ömür Göktepeliler

Year2017

MediumOil on Canvas

Dimensions 60 × 30 cm

"Turkish teapot abstraction" focuses on one of the most deeply rooted daily rituals of Turkish culinary heritage and social culture: the act of brewing and sharing tea. The composition centers around the iconic double-tiered Turkish teapot, capturing the fluid energy of a hand pouring tea through a highly stylized, contemporary visual language. The standout feature of the artwork is the fragmented, mosaic-like abstract reflections rendered on the metallic surface of the teapot, transforming it into a mirror of its surrounding cultural environment. Set against a structured background of fine grid lines and warm, earthy tones, the piece deconstructs a traditional domestic scene into a sophisticated balance of line and form. Through this abstraction, the teapot becomes more than a kitchen utensil; it is elevated into a vessel of shared identity, hospitality, and collective memory.