Changes After Construction
The structure underwent a major repair between 1835 and 1836.
The structure suffered serious damage in the 1894 earthquake.
In the early 20th century, the structure remained in a ruined condition for a long time.
In 1952, the structure was repaired and preserved together with the adjacent mosque.
Another repair was carried out in 1979.
The 190 books in the library of the structure were transferred to the Süleymaniye Library.
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The structure is also known as Şeyhülislâm Esat Efendi Madrasa and Taş Madrasa.
It is located in the courtyard of the İsmail Efendi Mosque, around the intersection of Manyasızade Avenue and İsmailağa Street.
The construction inscription above the entrance gate clearly states the Dar al-Hadith function of the structure.
The portico and cell arrangement around the courtyard forms a “U” scheme; the madrasa contains ten cells.
On the south façade finely cut stone is used, while on the other façades rough-cut stone and alternating brick–cut stone masonry appear in places.
Hedgehog cornices on the façades, lead-covered domes without drums on the roof, and rectangular chimneys are distinctive elements of the structure.
A graveyard is located to the east of the structure; the tomb of the patron is in this graveyard.
