This vector illustration depicts Karagöz and Hacivat, the famous characters of traditional Turkish shadow puppetry. The design features bright, vivid colors with intricate patterns on their clothing, reflecting Ottoman-era aesthetics. The bold black outlines and exaggerated facial expressions give the artwork a cartoonish yet historical look, staying true to the traditional shadow play style.
Karagöz and Hacivat are iconic figures in Turkish folklore, representing humor, satire, and cultural storytelling. Their contrasting attire—Hacivat’s more refined, elegant dress and Karagöz’s casual, exaggerated look—symbolizes their differing personalities, with Hacivat being the educated and polite one, while Karagöz is more straightforward and comical.
This high-quality vector design is ideal for cultural projects, theater posters, educational materials, and traditional Turkish event promotions. The clean and structured style makes it perfect for logos, digital illustrations, and animated content.
This free vector design is available for download in SVG, PNG, AI, and PDF formats on Logowik.com. Suitable for Turkish folklore-themed designs, historical projects, and artistic interpretations of classic shadow play characters.