Vanmour Van Mour Collection

A noble lady of Constantinople wearing Hammam shoes. Artist: Vanmour (Van Mour), Jean-Baptiste, (School)
A noble lady of Constantinople wearing Hammam shoes. Private Collection

Sultana Taking Coffee. Private Collection

Sultan Ahmed III Receiving a European Ambassadorial Delegation at the Topkapi Palace. Private Collection

Sultan Ahmed III (1673-1736). Found in the Collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

The Conversation, First half of the 18th century. Artist: Vanmour (Van Mour), Jean-Baptiste, (School)
The Conversation, First half of the 18th century. Found in the collection of Pera Museum, Istanbul

Sultan Ahmed III (1673-1736), c. 1729. Artist: Vanmour (Van Mour), Jean-Baptiste (1671-1737)
Sultan Ahmed III (1673-1736), c. 1729. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Turkish wedding, 1789. Artist: Vanmour (Van Mour), Jean-Baptiste (1671-1737)
Turkish wedding, 1789. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Sultan Ahmed III (1673-1736) and his Retinue. Private Collection

Patrona Halil, ca 1735. Artist: Vanmour (Van Mour), Jean-Baptiste (1671-1737)
Patrona Halil, ca 1735. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Armenian Wedding, ca 1720-1730. Artist: Vanmour (Van Mour), Jean-Baptiste (1671-1737)
Armenian Wedding, ca 1720-1730. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Nevsehirli Damat Ibrahim Pasha, Grand Vizier of the Ottoman Empire, ca 1728. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Women Embroidering, 1730s. Artist: Vanmour (Van Mour), Jean-Baptiste, (School)
Women Embroidering, 1730s. Found in the collection of the Pera Museum, Istanbul

The Conversation, 1730s. Artist: Vanmour (Van Mour), Jean-Baptiste, (School)
The Conversation, 1730s. Found in the collection of the Pera Museum, Istanbul

Marines of the Ottoman Navy, 1730s. Artist: Vanmour (Van Mour), Jean-Baptiste, (School)
Marines of the Ottoman Navy, 1730s. Found in the collection of the Pera Museum, Istanbul

First walk to boys school, 1737. Artist: Vanmour (Van Mour), Jean-Baptiste (1671-1737)
First walk to boys school, 1737. Found in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Womens Festival on the Bosphorus, 1737. Artist: Vanmour (Van Mour), Jean-Baptiste (1671-1737)
Womens Festival on the Bosphorus, 1737. Found in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

A Janissary Aga, 1737. Artist: Vanmour (Van Mour), Jean-Baptiste (1671-1737)
A Janissary Aga, 1737. Found in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Women Drinking Coffee, 1720s. Artist: Vanmour (Van Mour), Jean-Baptiste (1671-1737)
Women Drinking Coffee, 1720s. Found in the collection of the Pera Museum, Istanbul

The Ambassadorial Procession, 1720s. Artist: Vanmour (Van Mour), Jean-Baptiste (1671-1737)
The Ambassadorial Procession, 1720s. Found in the collection of the Pera Museum, Istanbul

The Ambassadorial Delegation Passing through the Second Courtyard of the Topkapı Palace, 1720s. Found in the collection of the Pera Museum, Istanbul

Sultan Ahmed III Receiving a European Ambassador, 1720s. Artist: Vanmour (Van Mour), Jean-Baptiste (1671-1737)
Sultan Ahmed III Receiving a European Ambassador, 1720s. Found in the collection of the Pera Museum, Istanbul

Dinner at the Palace in Honour of an Ambassador, 1720s. Artist: Vanmour (Van Mour), Jean-Baptiste (1671-1737)
Dinner at the Palace in Honour of an Ambassador, 1720s. Found in the collection of the Pera Museum, Istanbul

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"Vanmour Van Mour: A Glimpse into the Opulent World of Constantinople" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating artworks of Jean-Baptiste Vanmour, a renowned artist from the 18th century. His masterpieces offer us a window into the lavish lifestyle and cultural richness of Constantinople. In one painting, we witness a noble lady adorned in traditional attire, gracefully donning Hammam shoes. The intricate details showcase her status and elegance, reflecting the opulence that surrounded her. Another artwork transports us to an intimate moment as we observe a Sultana taking coffee. The delicate brushstrokes capture her poise and grace, while also hinting at the rituals and customs that were part of Ottoman court life. Sultan Ahmed III himself becomes a subject of fascination in several paintings by Vanmour. From receiving European ambassadorial delegations at Topkapi Palace to engaging in conversations with his retinue, these depictions shed light on his reign during this period. The artist's talent extends beyond capturing royal scenes; he also delves into everyday life within Turkish society. An Armenian wedding comes alive through vibrant colors and joyful expressions, allowing us to experience the joyous celebration firsthand. However, not all moments depicted are filled with merriment. In "The Murder of Patrona Halil, " Vanmour portrays a dark chapter in history when rebellion led to tragic consequences for its leaders. This somber piece serves as a reminder that even amidst grandeur, political unrest could lurk beneath the surface. One cannot overlook Nevsehirli Damat Ibrahim Pasha's portrait - Grand Vizier of the Ottoman Empire - radiating power and authority through every stroke, and is through such portraits that we gain insight into influential figures who shaped this era. Vanmour Van Mour's works transport us back centuries ago when Constantinople was at its zenith – an enchanting blend of cultures, traditions, and grandeur.