Mosques of Ottoman Period in Bosnia and Herzegovina: A Typological Classification of Historical Forms

At the beginning of 20th century, more than a thousand mosques originating from Ottoman period (1463-1878) were recorded in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Some estimates point that number currently is much smaller. The goal this study to establish typological classification historical forms developed four centuries. diversity patterns comes mixed influences ranging style local material conditions regional building traditions. This used qualitative evaluation many characteristic examples identify prevalent features different types subtypes mosques. various both firsthand observation written sources are readily available. Thirty-six domed founded Herzegovina, their architecture essentially reflection architectural pattern predominantly 16th-century classical repertoire. However, significantly higher proportion have sloping roofs where they strongly suggest domestic influences. paper defines distinctive roofed mosque common characteristics predominate. Certain variations standard show clear need for flexibility, adaptability, or improvisation. shows fundamental concept Turkish single-unit mosque, which was Anatolia 12th underwent broad interpretation Herzegovina throughout period, as evidenced by variety distinct