On October 23rd, in a legendary palace overlooking the Bosphorus, Pomellato celebrated the Art of Iconic Craftsmanship. In collaboration with long-standing partner Rotap, the Maison brought together culture and craft at the historic Çırağan Palace Kempinski. Co-hosted by Pomellato Ambassador Hande Erçel and CEO Sabina Belli, the evening honored the dialogue between Turkish weaving traditions and Italian goldsmithing mastery, with the Iconica collection at its heart. In the Palace's historic Hammam, students from Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University—where Hande Erçel herself studies—performed a live carpet-weaving demonstration, showcasing their preservation of traditional Ottoman techniques. They are collaborating with Hande Erçel's atelier to create a handmade rug for the Maison's Istinye Park boutique—a tribute to heritage and a meaningful connection between two ancient crafts. "Istanbul has a soul for craftsmanship—where tradition and contemporary creation speak the same language," says Sabina Belli. "Celebrating Iconica here reminds us that beauty is a living craft, passed from hand to hand." The evening continued in the legendary Sultan Suite with an intimate dinner, accompanied by live music by Hazal Bozarslan. A night dedicated to preserving heritage, empowering artisans, and honoring the timeless value of craft. #Pomellato #TheArtOfIconicCraftsmanship
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