Art History and Architecture - Izmir on the 100th Anniversary of Its Liberation, from Past to Present

Art History and Architecture – İzmir on the 100th Anniversary of Its Liberation, from Past to Present is a comprehensive study that delves into İzmir's rich past in the fields of art and architecture. Prepared in collaboration with the İzmir Metropolitan Municipality City Archive, Museums, and Libraries Branch Directorate, and İZELMAN, this work examines the city's transformation over the last century from architectural and artistic perspectives.

The book meticulously presents İzmir's iconic structures and architectural heritage, spanning from the Aydınoğulları period to the Republic. The works of prominent architects such as Raymond Charles Péré in İzmir, examples of modern architecture from the 1950-1980 period, and transitions between national and modern architecture are discussed with contributions from expert academics.

Edited by Prof. Dr. Hikmet Sivri Gökmen and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şakir Çakmak, this volume is a valuable resource for readers interested in understanding İzmir's cultural and architectural identity.