Akpınar Fountain after restoration

1745

Akpınar Fountain

Repaired in 1745; its original construction date is unknown.

Condition
Restored

According to its inscription the fountain was repaired in 1745 by İsmail Ağa. Its original construction date and patron are not known.

Before and after restoration

Akpınar Fountain before and after restoration

Restoration stages

Step-by-step photographs of the restoration of Akpınar Fountain
  1. 01Clearing later additions
  2. 02Dismantling
  3. 03Body repair
  4. 04Cramp work
  5. 05Cistern repair
  6. 06Front façade repair
  7. 07Stone repair
  8. 08Opening and cleaning the joints
  9. 09Repointing
  10. 10Micro sandblasting
  11. 11Core drilling
  12. 12Cleaning and completion

Source: Erzurum Metropolitan Municipality, Historic Erzurum Fountains Revival Project boards.