Turbans Collection (page 5)

Chamber in the house of a Mirza, in the Valley of Baidar - sketched by Willibald Richter, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Chamber in the house of a Mirza, in the Valley of Baidar - sketched by Willibald Richter, 1856....a pleasant glimpse into the simple everyday life of the Tartar inhabitants of the Crimea....The

Café, at Karasu-Bazar - sketched by Willibald Richter, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Cafe, at Karasu-Bazar - sketched by Willibald Richter, 1856....a pleasant glimpse into the simple everyday life of the Tartar inhabitants of the Crimea....The stranger finds among them a touching

The Akali of the Sikhs - from a drawing by Marshall Claxton, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The Akali of the Sikhs - from a drawing by Marshall Claxton, 1857. The important services which the Sikh regiments have rendered our army in India up to the present time invests with peculiar

Gallery of Fashion, 1800. Creator: Anon
Gallery of Fashion, 1800. Standing young woman with blue veil

Gallery of Fashion, 1798. Creator: Anon
Gallery of Fashion, 1798. Standing woman in checkered dress with fan

Man from the Island of Mykonos, 1700-1737. Creator: Workshop of Jean Baptiste Vanmour
Man from the Island of Mykonos, 1700-1737

Choadar, Servant of the Ambassador, 1700-1737. Creator: Workshop of Jean Baptiste Vanmour
Choadar, Servant of the Ambassador, 1700-1737

A Chaous, a Courier to the Sultan, 1700-1737. Creator: Workshop of Jean Baptiste Vanmour
A Chaous, a Courier to the Sultan, 1700-1737

The Mufti, head of religious affairs, c.1727-c.1730. Creator: Jean Baptiste Vanmour
The Mufti, head of religious affairs, c.1727-c.1730

The Desert Route - Khan near Nahar-el-Kelb, the Ancient Lycus, three leagues from Beyrout, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The Desert Route - Khan near Nahar-el-Kelb, the Ancient Lycus, three leagues from Beyrout, 1857. The Khan, as you perceive, is a wretched old affair, damp, and full of rubbish

King David, 1680-1685. Creator: Aert de Gelder
King David, 1680-1685

Men's meeting, 1910 or earlier. Creator: Louwerse, H.C
Men's meeting, 1910 or earlier. A man, possibly a prisoner, is on his knees before a turbanned figure who extends an arm

Man in a tree is grabbed by a snake, 1910 or earlier. Creator: Louwerse, H.C
Man in a tree is grabbed by a snake, 1910 or earlier. Two bearded men in turbans on their heads have climbed into a tree. A giant serpent attacks them

Man with pack in a street, in or before 1910. Creator: Louwerse, H.C
Man with pack in a street, in or before 1910. Two figures with turbans in the foreground

An Antique Artist, c.1628-c.1636. Creator: Johannes Swinderen
An Antique Artist, c.1628-c.1636. Other Title(s): Self portrait? in Oriental Dress. Attributed to Johannes van Swinderen

Caricature, 1750-1850. Creator: Anon
Caricature, 1750-1850

Metal Working in India, 1911. Creator: Unknown
Metal Working in India, 1911. From "The Book of the Coronation". [Cassell and Company, Ltd. London, 1911]

A collection of Turkish men, 1686-1722. Creator: Benoit Le Coffre
A collection of Turkish men, 1686-1722

Man in Oriental Clothing, 1635. Creator: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Man in Oriental Clothing, 1635

Jonah Preaching to the People of Niniveh, 1661. Creator: Salvator Rosa
Jonah Preaching to the People of Niniveh, 1661

Portrait of an Oriental Man, 1660. Creator: Aert de Gelder
Portrait of an Oriental Man, 1660

Magazine of Female Fashions of London and Paris, No.34. (?). London Head Dresses, 1798-1806. Creator: Unknown
Magazine of Female Fashions of London and Paris, No.34. (?). London Head Dresses, 1798-1806. Nine hats and bonnets

Magazine of Female Fashions of London and Paris, No. 20. London Full Dress. Oct. 1799, 1799. Creator: Unknown
Magazine of Female Fashions of London and Paris, No. 20. London Full Dress. Oct. 1799, 1799. Evening wear

Magazine of Female Fashions of London and Paris, No. 15: London Head Dresses, May, 1799, 1799. Creator: Unknown
Magazine of Female Fashions of London and Paris, No. 15: London Head Dresses, May, 1799, 1799. Fashionable English headwear for women

Magazine of Female Fashions of London and Paris, April 1800, London Head Dresses, 1800. Creator: Unknown
Magazine of Female Fashions of London and Paris, April 1800, London Head Dresses, 1800. Nine bonnets and caps

Magazine of Female Fashions of London and Paris, No. 21: London Head Dresses, Nov. 1799, 1799. Creator: Unknown
Magazine of Female Fashions of London and Paris, No. 21: London Head Dresses, Nov. 1799, 1799. Nine hats, bonnets and caps, some with veil

The Wrath of Ahasuerus, 1640-1724. Creator: Unknown
The Wrath of Ahasuerus, 1640-1724. King Ahasuerus rises from the table in anger. Haman is seated at left, and Esther in the centre. Manner of Gerbrand van den Eeckhout

A Saint Bernard Dog Comes to the Aid of a lost Woman with a sick Child, 1827. Creator: Charles Picque
A Saint Bernard Dog Comes to the Aid of a lost Woman with a sick Child, 1827. A weeping mother holds her child in whose hand is a set of rosary beads, as a St

The Interior of the Vladislav Hall, Prague, after 1615. Creator: Unknown
The Interior of the Vladislav Hall, Prague, after 1615. Copy after Aegidius Sadeler II. Annual fair at Prague Castle

An Oriental, 1640-1671. Creator: Pieter de Grebber
An Oriental, 1640-1671

Italian Harbor with a Fortified Tower, 1664. Creator: Johannes Lingelbach
Italian Harbor with a Fortified Tower, 1664

The Kislar Aghassi, Chief of the Black Eunuchs of the Sultan, 1700-1737. Creator: Workshop of Jean Baptiste Vanmour
The Kislar Aghassi, Chief of the Black Eunuchs of the Sultan, 1700-1737. The kizlar agha, formally the agha of the House of Felicity

Portrait of Sultan Ahmed III, 1700-1737. Creator: Workshop of Jean Baptiste Vanmour
Portrait of Sultan Ahmed III, 1700-1737. Workshop of Jean Baptiste Vanmour

Banquet of Distinguished Turkish Women, c.1720-c.1737. Creator: Jean Baptiste Vanmour
Banquet of Distinguished Turkish Women, c.1720-c.1737

Travel views of Morocco, 1904. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Morocco, 1904

Travel views of Morocco, 1904. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Morocco, 1904

Travel views of Morocco, 1904. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Morocco, 1904

Travel views of Morocco, 1904. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Morocco, 1904

Travel views of Morocco, 1904. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Morocco, 1904

Ruth St. Denis dancers, between 1910 and 1935. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Ruth St. Denis dancers, between 1910 and 1935

Philippines - Moro Datu And His Followers, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Philippines - Moro Datu And His Followers
Philippines - Moro Datu And His Followers, 1913. The Moro Rebellion (1899-1913) was an armed conflict between the Moro people and the United States military during the Philippine-American War

A party of chess players outside a Turkish coffeehouse and barbershop, 1845. Creator: Martinus Rorbye
A party of chess players outside a Turkish coffeehouse and barbershop, 1845

Mrs. Barkhausen, portrait photograph, 1918 Dec. 9. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Mrs. Barkhausen, portrait photograph, 1918 Dec. 9

Portrait of Mahmud Agas, Ambassador of Tripolis, 1757. Creator: Carl Gustaf Pilo
Portrait of Mahmud Agas, Ambassador of Tripolis, 1757

Anita Zahn dancers, between 1911 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Anita Zahn dancers, between 1911 and 1942

Anita Zahn dancers, between 1911 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Anita Zahn dancers, between 1911 and 1942

Masquerade. Intermedium; Holberg Gallery. Scenes from Ludvig Holberg's comedies, 1813

Cathrine Jensen, née Lorenzen, the Artist's Wife Wearing a Turban, 1842-1844. Creator: Christian Albrecht Jensen
Cathrine Jensen, nee Lorenzen, the Artist's Wife Wearing a Turban, 1842-1844

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"Turbans: A Cultural Tapestry Unveiled" Step into the rich tapestry of history as we explore the captivating world of turbans. Originating in British India, particularly East Bengal and Barisal, these iconic headpieces have woven their way through time, leaving an indelible mark on various cultures. One notable event that showcased the power was the infamous Dreadnought Hoax. In a daring act of impersonation, George V and Mary donned turbans during their Coronation Durbar in Delhi, India. This audacious display not only amused but also challenged societal norms. From Egypt to India, old Egyptian men at prayer proudly adorned turbans as a symbol of devotion and tradition. These majestic headpieces became synonymous with spirituality and reverence. During times of conflict, turbans took on new meanings. Wounded Indian troops found solace under their protective folds while seeking refuge at the Royal Pavilion in Brighton. Turbans became symbols of resilience amidst colonialism's grip, personified by figures like Lord Curzon. Even royalty couldn't resist the allure of turbans; Edward VIII was often seen hunting with his trusty turban-clad companions or engaging in lively conversations with Patailas - individuals known for their distinctive headwear. The legacy continues as we delve into historical figures who embraced this cultural iconography. Sir Henry Havelock Davie stood tall wearing his turban during the Chitral Expedition – a testament to bravery and determination. Artists like William Edward Dighton captured the essence of Middle Eastern dress through stunning portraits featuring intricately wrapped turbans – showcasing both elegance and exoticism. Beyond borders, Indian rice merchants in Rangoon proudly wore their vibrant turbans as they contributed to Myanmar's bustling economy – bridging cultures through trade and tradition and can more than just fabric; they represent stories untold yet deeply ingrained within our collective heritage.