The art of carpet weaving was particularly significant in the Ottoman Empire, carpets having an immense importance both as decorative furnishings, rich in religious and other symbolism, and as a practical consideration, as it was customary to remove one's shoes in living quarters. The weaving of such carpets originated in the nomadic cultures of central Asia (carpets being an easily transportable form of furnishing), and was eventually spread to the settled societies of Anatolia. Turks used carpets, rugs and kilims not just on the floors of a room, but also as a hanging on walls and doorways, where they provided additional insulation. They were also commonly donated to mosques, which often amassed large collections of them. COUNT 5
QSN1 Which art was important in religious symbolism and as a decoration in the Ottoman empire? ANS1 carpet weaving QSN2 What was the custom for those wearing shoes indoors in the Ottoman empire? ANS2 it was customary to remove one's shoes QSN3 Where did carpet weaving in the Empire originate? ANS3 the nomadic cultures of central Asia QSN4 Where did carpet weaving initially spread to inside of the Empire? ANS4 Anatolia QSN5 Kilims were used by Turks to provide insulation where? ANS5 walls and doorways