Ok'lu Besmele

Bring the timeless beauty of Ismail Hakki Altunbezer's Ok'lu Besmele into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.

The exquisite "Ok'lu Besmele" by Ismail Hakki Altunbezer (1873–1946) is a masterful example of Ottoman calligraphic art that radiates spiritual harmony and refined elegance. Created during the late Ottoman period, this mesmerizing artwork showcases the sacred Arabic phrase "Bismillah al-Rahman al-Rahim" ("In the name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful") in delicate thuluth script adorned with intricate arrow-like embellishments—a signature motif of Altunbezer, who served as chief calligrapher at the Imperial Mint. The flowing golden letters seem to dance across rich blue or deep indigo backgrounds (typical of classical Islamic illumination), their gilded contours catching light with regal solemnity. As a principal figure bridging traditional Islamic calligraphy and early Turkish Republic aesthetics, Altunbezer's works, including this piece, represent the pinnacle of hatt (Islamic calligraphic art), where sacred text transforms into transcendent visual poetry. The artwork's meditative beauty reflects both Ottoman artistic rigor and Sufi-inspired spirituality, making it a cherished artifact in collections of Islamic art worldwide.

For interior spaces, "Ok'lu Besmele" commands attention as a striking focal point in studies, libraries, or executive offices where its spiritual gravitas enhances contemplative atmospheres. Consider displaying it in a dedicated nook with subdued lighting—perhaps flanked by brass lanterns or shelving with leather-bound books—to amplify its golden hues. Its vertical format (typical dimensions around 50x70cm for comparable works) suits narrow walls above consoles or between arched doorways in classical interiors. Pair it with solid-color furnishings in deep navy, emerald green, or terracotta to harmonize with Ottoman color palettes, avoiding busy patterns that might compete with its intricate details. In modern minimalist spaces, frame it in a slender black or giltwood frame against neutral walls for dramatic contrast. Smaller reproductions work beautifully on meditation-room altars or as cultural accents in entryways, always positioned at eye level to invite reverent engagement with its sacred artistry.

When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.

We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.