Turkish Collection (page 3)

Turkish tea served in the typical tulip shaped glass

Ahmed Madrali, Turkish wrestler known as the Terrible Turk, pictured on the front cover of The Tatler in 1904 after losing a match for the world wrestling championship at Olympia against the Russian

The historic, luxury Pera Palace hotel, Beyoglu district, Istanbul, Turkey

Apollo Temple at Dusk, Side, Turkey

Catalhoyuk (Catal Hoyuk and Catal Huyuk) - a very large Neolithic and Chalcolithic proto-city settlement in southern Anatolia, which existed from approximately 7100 BC to 5700 BC

Ottoman Empire. Sultan received in the Topkapi Palace counse
Ottoman Empire. Turkey. Sultan received in the courtroom of the Topkapi Palace counselors. Istanbul. Recorded. Engraving 19th century. Colored

View of Tebessa Street, Souk Ahras, NE Algeria, including a Turkish bath. Date: circa 1920

TSM H. 1524 Siege of Vienna by Suleyman I (1494-1566) the Magnificent, in 1529
XIR172634 TSM H.1524 Siege of Vienna by Suleyman I (1494-1566) the Magnificent, in 1529, from the Hunername by Lokman, 1588 (gouache on paper) by Islamic School

Sultan Murad IV Ghazi - ruler of the Ottoman Turks
Murad IV Ghazi (1612 February 9, 1640) - Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1623 to 1640 - known both for restoring the authority of the state and for the brutality of his method in doing so

Sultan Osman II - ruler of the Ottoman Turks
Sultan Osman II or Othman II (commonly known as Genc Osman, meaning Osman the Young) (1604-1622) - Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1618 until his death on 20 May 1622. Date: circa 1620

Death, the grim reaper. Turkish army defeated by Cholera, not by enemy, approaching Luleburgaz in disorder: 100 deaths per day. Illustration from Le Petit Journal, Paris, 1 December 1912

First Balkan War (1912 - 1913) - Hand-to-hand combat
Hand-to-hand combat during the First Balkan War as Greek troops overun a Turkish gun battery. The war lasted from October 1912 to May 1913, pitted the Balkan League (Serbia, Montenegro, Greece)

Aya Sofia (Hagia Sophia), Sultanhamet, Istanbul, Turkey

Ancient carved heads of gods on summit of Mount Nemrut, Nemrut Dagi (Nemrut Dag), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

The Turkish invasion of Cyprus. A British armoured car, draped with the Union Jack, helps to guard a refugee convoy as it leaves Nicosia. 22nd July 1974

Colourful Ottomon era houses, Balat, Istanbul, Turkey

Eminonu district (Galata Tower in the background), Istanbul, Turkey

Dynasties in the time of the Buwayids, circa 932 A. D. c1915. Creator: Emery Walker Ltd
Dynasties in the time of the Buwayids, circa 932 A.D. c1915. Map of civilisations in the Middle East during the 10th century: Byzantine, Buwayid Kingdom, Abbasid Caliphate, Kingdom of the Ikhshids

Kalkan, Mediterranean Coast, Turkey

Library of Celsus, Ephesus, Izmir, Turkey

Fight for a Turkish Standard, c. 1905, by Jozef Brandt (1841
Jozef Brandt (1841-1915). Polish painter. Fight for a Turkish Standard, c.1905. National Museum. Krakow. Poland

Johann Matthias von der Schulenburg (1661-1747). Corfu. Gree
Johann Matthias von der Schulenburg (1661-1747). Marshal defender of the city of Corfu of the Turkish invasion of 1716. Marble statue. Corfu. Ionian Islands. Greece

Icmeler near Marmaris, Turkish Aegean, Turkey, Asia

Promotional card for the Oriental Carpet Manufacturers Ltd - Turkish Company with head office at Smyrna (Izmir), Turkey and branches in London, Paris, Constantinople (Istanbul), New York, Cairo

Turkish Barber at Thessaloniki, Greece. Date: circa 1907

Thessaloniki, Greece - Turkish Coffee Shop Waiter. Date: circa 1910s

Chapel of Saint Polycarp on Mount Pagos, Izmir
Chapel to the martyrdom of (and burial place of) St. Polycarp (Bishop of Smyrna) situated on Mount Pagos (Kadifekale) close to Izmir (Smyrna) Turkey. Date: circa 1920s

Kars, Turkey - View toward the fortress
View toward the fortress at Kars, Turkey. Originally an Armenian capital. Became part of the Ottoman Empire (captured in 1534), then surrendered in 1828 to the Russian General Count Ivan Paskevich

Sultan Osman Dreadnought - Ottoman Navy
Dreadnought of the Imperial Ottoman Empire - The Sultan Osman Date: circa 1910s

Turkish booby trap near Gaza, Palestine, WW1
A Turkish booby trap, made to look inviting by the presence of food and drink, near Gaza, Palestine during the First World War. Date: September 1917

Wandering Uzbek Dervishes from Samarkand. Dervish or Darvesh in Persian usually refers to a person who is a seeker of the truth i.e. universal truth

Bukhara Dervish from Uzbekistan. Dervish or Darvesh in Persian usually refers to a person who is a seeker of the truth i.e. universal truth

Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey with advisors / patriots
Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey (1844 - 1918) pictured with Niazi Bey, Enver Pasha, Chevket Pasha, Prince Sehzade Yusuf Izzeddin Effendi, Riza Bey

Izmir (Smyrna) - Torbali
A rather chaotic scene at the Horse Racing course at Torbali close to Izmir (Smyrna)

Cartoon, Hot Pies! (Disraeli and Foreign Affairs)
Cartoon, Hot Pies! Disraeli (Conservative Prime Minister), Salisbury (Foreign Secretary) and two others sit on low stools like schoolboys

Byzantine and Crusaders v. Seljuks, circa 1130 A. D. c1915. Creator: Emery Walker Ltd
Byzantine and Crusaders v. Seljuks, circa 1130 A.D. c1915. Map of civilisations in the Middle East during the 12th century: Byzantine, other Christian states, Abbasid Caliphate, Seljuks, Fatimids

Lycian Rock Tombs, Fethiye, Turkey

A Jewish Man and An Armenian Man Date: 1821

Turkish poster celebrating defence of Gallipoli, WW1
Turkish poster celebrating the defence of Gallipoli against the Allies during the First World War. Date: 1915

Interior of the Harem with a scribe. Date: circa 1910s

Turkish national flag

Bas relief from the Anzac Memorial - Sydney, Australia
Bronze Bas relief from the Anzac War Memorial by Rayner Hoff - Hyde Park, Sydney, Australia - showing the landing of troops at Gallipoli, Dardanelles Front, WW1. Date: circa 1934

Sultan Ibrahim - ruler of the Ottoman Turks
Ibrahim (16151648) ( Ibrahim the Mad ) - Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1640 until 1648. Date: circa 1645

Veiled Turkish beauty looking into an oval mirror
Veiled Turkish Oriental Eastern beauty admiring herself in an oval mirror (set into an elegantly carved frame) in this stylish Studio Photograph aimed squarely at the Tourist market! Date: circa 1908

HUNGARY-Budapest: Gellert Baths- Interior Pool
HUNGARY, Budapest: Gellert Baths, Interior Pool

Mustafa Kemal Ataturk (1881-1938) Turkish army officer and revolutionary. Founder and first President of the Turkish Republic 1923-1938. Served in the Ottoman until his resignation in July 1919

NICAEA COUNCIL, 325 A. D. The 1st Ecumenical Council, convoked by Emperor Constantine, in Nicaea (modern Iznik)
NICAEA COUNCIL, 325 A.D. The 1st Ecumenical Council, convoked by Emperor Constantine, in Nicaea (modern Iznik, Turkey), in 325 A.D. Wood engraving, 19th century

Kaiser Wilhelm II in Turkish uniform and fez, WW1
Kaiser Wilhelm II (1859-1941), German Emperor, seen here in Constantinople wearing Turkish style uniform, including a fez, during the First World War. Date: circa 1917

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"Turkish: A Tapestry of History, Culture, and Legacy" Step into the rich tapestry history as we explore its diverse heritage through captivating images. From the majestic bust of Marcus Aurelius, a symbol of Roman influence, to the intricate map showcasing the Byzantine Empire's grandeur, Turkey has been a melting pot of civilizations. Mustafa Kemal Ataturk emerges as a pivotal figure in modern Turkish history. His visionary leadership and reforms shaped Turkey into what it is today. Witness his indomitable spirit captured in photographs alongside his adopted daughter or dancing with grace. Travel back in time with Orteliuss' map from 1570 that depicts the vast Ottoman Empire at its zenith. Marvel at iconic landmarks like Aya Sofya (Hagia Sophia) Sultanahmet, an architectural masterpiece bridging different eras and religions. Immerse yourself in Lawrence of Arabia's adventures amidst desert landscapes and camels—a testament to Turkey's allure for explorers seeking exotic experiences. Experience the vibrant cultural scene through Arnold Louis Miller's lens as he captures a mesmerizing belly dancer at Omar Khayyam Club—an emblematic portrayal of Istanbul's nightlife during the swinging '60s. Delve deeper into religious artistry with "The Virgin of Vladimir, " an exquisite Russian icon painted in Constantinople centuries ago—a testament to Turkey's role as a crossroads between East and West. This collection encapsulates Turkey’s multifaceted identity—where ancient empires converged, where tradition meets progress, where dance unites generations—and invites you on an enchanting journey through time. Discover why this land has captivated hearts throughout history—the essence heritage awaits your exploration.