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Ambassador Cornelis Calkoen at his Audience with Sultan Ahmed III, c
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Ambassador Cornelis Calkoen at his Audience with Sultan Ahmed III, c
3545931 Ambassador Cornelis Calkoen at his Audience with Sultan Ahmed III, c.1727-30 (oil on canvas) by Vanmour, Jean Baptiste (1671-1737); 90x121 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: Calkoen was patron to the artist Vanmour who recorded the Dutch envoys audience with Ottoman Sultan Ahmed III (1673-1736) in his private quarters at the Topkapi Palace, Constantinople on 14 September 1727. After the meal with the grand vizier, Calkoen and his retinue were presented with kaftans as a sign of hospitality, but also to cover the clothing of the non-believers.
); French, out of copyright
Media ID 22727806
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Ambassador Audience Chamber Constantinople Diplomat Embassy Envoy Europeans Istanbul Levant Moslem Oriental Orientalism Orientalist Ottoman Ottoman Court Ottoman Empire Seraglio Sultan Sultan Ahmed Throne Room Tiled Topkapi Topkapi Palace Topkapi Sarayi
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The captivating painting "Ambassador Cornelis Calkoen at his Audience with Sultan Ahmed III" transports us back to the opulent Ottoman court in the early 18th century. Painted by Jean Baptiste Vanmour, this oil on canvas masterpiece captures a significant moment in history when Dutch envoy Cornelis Calkoen was granted an audience with Sultan Ahmed III. Displayed prominently at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, this artwork showcases the intricate details of the throne room where the meeting took place. The scene is filled with oriental grandeur and European diplomats adorned in traditional Turkish kaftans as a gesture of hospitality from their hosts. Calkoen's patronage of Vanmour is evident through the artist's meticulous attention to detail, capturing every aspect of this historical event. The vibrant colors and rich textures bring to life the splendor of both Dutch and Ottoman cultures colliding within these walls. This painting not only serves as a visual record but also reflects upon themes such as diplomacy, cultural exchange, and religious tolerance during that era. It highlights how different nations interacted and respected each other's customs despite their differences. Through "Ambassador Cornelis Calkoen at his Audience with Sultan Ahmed III" we are transported into a world where East meets West, showcasing the beauty and complexity that arises when two distinct civilizations converge.
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