About
About Turkish Postcards Archive
Mission Statement
The Turkish Postcards Archive is a personal, meticulously curated digital repository dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich cultural heritage of Turkey through historical postcards. This archive offers collectors, scholars, and enthusiasts an immersive window into the vibrant social, artistic, and architectural tapestry of Turkey during the late Ottoman era.
Origin and Vision
What began as a personal passion for postal history naturally evolved into this comprehensive archive. The discovery of Mert Sandalci's The Postcards of Max Fruchtermann profoundly deepened the appreciation for postcards as more than mere images—they are vivid narratives capturing the essence of a bygone era. Each postcard in the collection tells a story of people, places, commerce, and culture from the last 25 years of the Ottoman Empire, inviting exploration and reflection.
Distinctive Value
As the largest digital archive of Turkish postcards, this collection stands out not only for its breadth and rarity but also for the contextual richness it provides. Beyond cityscapes and landmarks, the archive reveals the nuances of daily life, artistic expression, and historical events, making it an invaluable resource for collectors and historians alike.
Who Visits
The archive primarily serves the postcard collector community, while also welcoming historians, researchers, and anyone intrigued by Turkey's cultural legacy. It strives to make history accessible and engaging, fostering a deeper understanding of Turkey’s past through visual storytelling.
About the Curator
Uzay Togay has devoted over two decades to collecting postcards, alongside interests in postal history, antique books, maps, and prints. This archive reflects a personal commitment to preserving and sharing these treasures. Visitors are encouraged to explore related collections and follow ongoing highlights on Instagram.
Connect and Explore
For inquiries or further information, please use the Contact page. Stay connected and discover collection highlights by following on Instagram: @cons.ple.
This photo gallery is based on Piwigo.
Piwigo is a photo gallery software for the web, built by an active community of users and developers. Extensions make Piwigo easily customizable. Icing on the cake, Piwigo is free and opensource.