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Turkish girl by the Golden Horn, Istanbul, Turkey

Turkish girl by the Golden Horn, Istanbul, Turkey


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Turkish girl by the Golden Horn, Istanbul, Turkey

Picture from a set of cards issued to reflect the fact that soon after Ataturk took over in Turkey in the 1920s, there was liberation by women from the old modes of dress. Instead of impenetrable veils, they wore lighter, thinner veils. It was a move to modernisation and more Western thought away from heavy Orientalism. Date: 1922

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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection

Constantinople Horn Istanbul Liberation Lighter Modernisation Reflect Shift Thinner Umbrella Veil Veiled Westernisation Wore 1922


EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the spirit of transformation in Istanbul, Turkey during the 1920s. The Turkish girl, dressed in a red and white shift dress and holding a umbrella, stands by the iconic Golden Horn, once known as the Constantinople harbor. At the time, Turkey was undergoing a significant social shift as women, inspired by the modernization efforts led by Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, began to embrace Western styles and liberate themselves from the heavy veils of the past. The girl's veil, though still present, is noticeably lighter and thinner than the impenetrable veils that had previously defined Turkish women's attire. This symbolizes the country's move towards a more Western thought and away from Orientalism. The year is 1922, and the atmosphere is filled with excitement and anticipation for the future. The Golden Horn, with its rich history and cultural significance, serves as a fitting backdrop to this moment of change. The girl's determined gaze and modern outfit reflect the optimism and progress that was taking place in Turkey during this period. This photograph is a testament to the power of change and the resilience of the human spirit.

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