Turkish Culture Collection

Illustration of Suleiman The Magnificent during Battle of Mohacs

Ottoman Empire, lithograph, published in 1878
Ancient map of Ottoman Empire. Lithograph, published in 1878

Abdulmecit I (1823-1861). Ottoman Sultan (1839-1861)

The Galata Bridge
Turkish minare peak over the Galata Bridge. The Galata Bridge is a famous bridge in Istabul, full of resturaunts and cafe s. The bridge crosses a body of water called the Golden Horn

The Maghreb and the Middle East, Ottoman miniature
Cartography, late 16th century. The Maghreb and the Middle East. Ottoman miniature

The foundation of Constantinople by Emperor Constantinople the great who transferred the imperiale capital to
ELD4886070 The foundation of Constantinople by Emperor Constantinople the great who transferred the imperiale capital to Byzantium, which he renamed Constantinople

Everning light shine over Hagia Sophia

Love in Twenty-four Languages (colour litho)
8656920 Love in Twenty-four Languages (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Love in Twenty-four Languages)

Map showing the Timurid Empire (print)
7420052 Map showing the Timurid Empire (print); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024.

The Council of Nicea in 325, from the Codex Albeldense, 976 (illuminated miniature)
AIS5336703 The Council of Nicea in 325, from the Codex Albeldense, 976 (illuminated miniature); Biblioteca Monasterio del Escorial, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: The Council of Nicea in 325)

Turks attacking Greek corsairs, 19th century (hand coloured engraving)
7339176 Turks attacking Greek corsairs, 19th century (hand coloured engraving) by Fairburn, J. (19th Century); 40.8x50.2 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Chart of the Bay of Sighajik, 1819 (paper)
7340734 Chart of the Bay of Sighajik, 1819 (paper) by British School, (19th century); 66.8x50.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: British Admiralty; J)

Ottoman chimneypiece with decorative tilework
5304636 Ottoman chimneypiece with decorative tilework.; (add.info.: Ottoman, tilework Chimneypiece; from Turkey, probably Istanbul. Dated 1731)

Ottoman chimneypiece with decorative tilework
5304635 Ottoman chimneypiece with decorative tilework.; (add.info.: Ottoman, tilework Chimneypiece; from Turkey, probably Istanbul. Dated 1731)

Engraving depicting an artist's impression of Hipparchus working in the observatory at Alexandria
5308538 Engraving depicting an artist's impression of Hipparchus working in the observatory at Alexandria; (add.info)

A Dindonneau a la Millicient
5312002 A Dindonneau a la Millicient; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a Dindonneau a la Millicient - a turkey larded, or rather pique, braised, and served with savoury timballes and sauce follows)

Sculpture of Tell Halaf (clay)
5307174 Sculpture of Tell Halaf (clay); (add.info.: Tell Halaf. Clay Fertility Idol. approx. 5.000 BC. Ancient Near East. Anatolia (central Turkey) and Northern Syria. Tell Halaf

The Battle of Navarino, 20 October 1827, 1828 (oil on canvas)
7337716 The Battle of Navarino, 20 October 1827, 1828 (oil on canvas) by Luny, Thomas (1759-1837); 40.6x52.1 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Engraving depicting The Red Crescent tending to the wounded Turkish during the Russo/Turkish War
UIG5425705 Engraving depicting The Red Crescent tending to the wounded Turkish during the Russo/Turkish War. Dated 19th Century ©UIG/Leemage.

Siege of Malta: The Flight of the Turks on September 13, 1565, late 16th century (oil on canvas)
MMM5457817 Siege of Malta: The Flight of the Turks on September 13, 1565, late 16th century (oil on canvas); National Maritime Museum, London

Suleiman the Magnificent
6117472 Suleiman the Magnificent; (add.info.: Suleiman I, known as Suleiman the Magnificent, 1494-1566, 10th Sultan of the Ottoman Empire.); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024.

Selim III. Sultan of the Ottoman Empire. (print)
7419918 Selim III. Sultan of the Ottoman Empire. (print); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024.

Sculpture of Tell Halaf (clay)
5307173 Sculpture of Tell Halaf (clay); (add.info.: Tell Halaf. Clay Fertility Idol. approx. 5.000 BC. Ancient Near East. Anatolia (central Turkey) and Northern Syria. Tell Halaf

Sculpture of Tell Halaf (clay)
5307168 Sculpture of Tell Halaf (clay); (add.info.: Tell Halaf. Clay Fertility Idol. approx. 5.000 BC. Ancient Near East. Anatolia (central Turkey) and Northern Syria. Tell Halaf

Sculpture of Tell Halaf (clay)
5307167 Sculpture of Tell Halaf (clay); (add.info.: Tell Halaf. Clay Fertility Idol. approx. 5.000 BC. Ancient Near East. Anatolia (central Turkey) and Northern Syria. Tell Halaf

French 19th century. illustration. showing Saint Barbara. known in the Eastern Orthodox Church as the Great Martyr
5306126 French 19th century. illustration. showing Saint Barbara. known in the Eastern Orthodox Church as the Great Martyr Barbara; (add.info.: French 19th century. illustration)

The Battle of Lepanto, October 7, 1571
7177121 The Battle of Lepanto, October 7, 1571.; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Lepanto, October 7, 1571, when the fleet of the Holy League, a coalition of Catholic States)

The city walls at Fener, built by Theodosius II, 413-447 (photo)
BEN82588 The city walls at Fener, built by Theodosius II, 413-447 (photo); Istanbul, Turkey; Photo © Raffaello Bencini.

Selim Kahn III, from Portraits of the Emperors of Turkey, 1815 (mezzotint, hand-coloured with brush and w/c)
5862159 Selim Kahn III, from Portraits of the Emperors of Turkey, 1815 (mezzotint, hand-coloured with brush and w/c) by Young, John (1755-1825); The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Tunny, Turbine, Turbot, Turkey, Turnip, Turnstile, Turtle, Tweezers, Unload, Unlock, Unpack, Unsheathe (engraving)
8650082 Tunny, Turbine, Turbot, Turkey, Turnip, Turnstile, Turtle, Tweezers, Unload, Unlock, Unpack, Unsheathe (engraving) by German School

Baptism of Boris I, 864 (litho)
8661425 Baptism of Boris I, 864 (litho) by Valda, John Harris (1874-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baptism of Boris I, 864)

Emissaries of Suleiman the Magnificent arriving in Frankfurt, 1562 (engraving)
8663942 Emissaries of Suleiman the Magnificent arriving in Frankfurt, 1562 (engraving) by Amman, Jost (1539-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Turkish prisoners taken from Plevna, 1877 (litho)
8664003 Turkish prisoners taken from Plevna, 1877 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Turkish prisoners taken at the Siege of Plevna (Pleven), Bulgaria

Excavation of the walls of Troy (b/w photo)
8663783 Excavation of the walls of Troy (b/w photo) by German Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Excavation of the walls of the ancient city of Troy)

Modern Turkey (litho)
8661150 Modern Turkey (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Modern Turkey. The boundaries of the new Turkey were fixed by the Treaty of Lausanne, 1923)

Crusaders storming Nicaea (litho)
8661356 Crusaders storming Nicaea (litho) by Wood, Stanley L. (1866-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crusaders storming Nicaea)

Whirling dervishes (b/w photo)
8672798 Whirling dervishes (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Whirling dervishes)

The Christmas Bird (engraving)
8673446 The Christmas Bird (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Christmas Bird)

O for odalisque (concubine) (chromolitho)
8677327 O for odalisque (concubine) (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: O for odalisque (concubine). Concubine in a Turkish harem

Tulip, tower, Turk and a T (for right angles) (chromolitho)
8677352 Tulip, tower, Turk and a T (for right angles) (chromolitho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: T for tulip, tower, Turk and a T (for right angles)

Russian Fleet in the Bosphorus (litho)
8670507 Russian Fleet in the Bosphorus (litho) by Wyllie, Charles William (1853-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Russian Fleet in the Bosphorus)

Peace of the Pruth (1711): Catherine Iere of Russia advises her wife Peter I the Great, Emperor of Russia
XEE5032155 Peace of the Pruth (1711): Catherine Iere of Russia advises her wife Peter I the Great, Emperor of Russia, to sign the peace of Pruth in 1711 with the empire of Turkey; (add.info)

Great North War or Second North War (1700-1721): Camp of the Russian army during negotiations with the Turks in 1711
NWI4837675 Great North War or Second North War (1700-1721): Camp of the Russian army during negotiations with the Turks in 1711 on the river Prut (or Prut)

Scene from the tragedie "Bajazet" representing Roxane et Bajazet
ELD4962922 Scene from the tragedie "Bajazet" representing Roxane et Bajazet (Roxane wants to dethrone Amurat by wedding Bajazet)

THALES of Miletus (6th Centuryi a. C-s. VI BC). Bust of Thales of Miletus. Engraving
CUL4858895 THALES of Miletus (6th Centuryi a. C-s. VI BC). Bust of Thales of Miletus. Engraving. by Unknown Artist; (add.info.: THALES of Miletus (6th Centuryi a. C-s. VI BC)

Turkish ladies. Engraving by Dietz. In " Memories of Constantinople", 19th century. Private collection
JEB4833810 Turkish ladies. Engraving by Dietz. In " Memories of Constantinople", 19th century. Private collection; (add.info.: Turkish ladies. Engraving by Dietz)

Vue de Constantinople. Engraving by Bertrand
JEB4833809 Vue de Constantinople. Engraving by Bertrand.; (add.info.: Vue de Constantinople. Engraving by Bertrand.); © Jean Bernard. All rights reserved 2023.

View of Constantinople: Tomb of Sultan Soliman. Engraving by GESTOCH E RICHTER
JEB4833647 View of Constantinople: Tomb of Sultan Soliman. Engraving by GESTOCH E RICHTER. In " Memories of Constantinople", 19th century

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Turkish Culture: From Suleiman The Magnificent to the Orient Express" Step into a world where history and culture intertwine, as we delve into the vibrant heritage of Turkish culture. Our journey begins with an awe-inspiring illustration depicting Suleiman The Magnificent during the Battle of Mohacs, showcasing the valor and might of this legendary Ottoman ruler. Moving back in time, we witness Emperor Constantine the Great laying the foundation of Constantinople, a momentous event that transformed Byzantium into a majestic city that would become synonymous with grandeur and opulence. Abdulmecit I emerges next on our cultural odyssey; his reign as an Ottoman Sultan marked by significant reforms that shaped Turkey's future. A lithograph from 1878 takes us deeper into this fascinating era of the Ottoman Empire, offering glimpses into its diverse society and rich traditions. As we stroll along Istanbul's iconic Galata Bridge, bustling with life and brimming with stories untold, we encounter scenes like no other. An engraving captures a poignant moment at Scutari's British Cemetery during Captain Selby's funeral – a testament to Turkey's historical connections with nations afar. The evening light casts its enchanting glow upon Hagia Sophia, illuminating its architectural splendor. This magnificent structure stands as a symbol of Turkey's multicultural past and continues to inspire awe among visitors from around the globe. Adjacent to Hagia Sophia lies another architectural marvel –the Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque). Its intricate design mesmerizes all who behold it; both these UNESCO World Heritage Sites serve as reminders of Turkey's enduring legacy. Venturing beyond Istanbul’s borders through an exquisite Ottoman miniature artwork reveals how Turkish influence extended across regions such as Maghreb and Middle East – leaving indelible imprints on their cultures too. Our exploration takes us to Bodrum in Anatolia - home to picturesque boats dotting the azure waters.