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Sultan Ibrahim - ruler of the Ottoman Turks
Ibrahim ) ( Ibrahim the Mad ) - Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1640 until 1648. Date: circa 1645
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Dynasty Fruchtermann Ibrahim Oval Ruler Script Sultan Sultans Turban Turk Turks Ottoman
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 9.9cm x 15cm (3.9" x 5.9")
Estimated Product Size is 10.6cm x 15cm (4.2" x 5.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This portrait captures the enigmatic figure of Sultan Ibrahim, the Mad Ottoman (1615-1648), who ruled the vast Ottoman Empire from 1640 until his death in 1648. Known as Ibrahim the Mad due to his erratic behavior and eccentricities, he was the twenty-second Sultan of the Ottoman Dynasty. The image, believed to have been created circa 1645, depicts Sultan Ibrahim wearing an ornate turban adorned with precious stones and intricate embroidery. His regal attire is completed with a red and gold robe, signifying his high rank and power. The oval border, a common feature in Ottoman portraiture, adds to the sense of grandeur and importance. The inscription at the bottom of the print, written in elegant script, identifies the subject as "Sultan Ibrahim Han Efendi." The Turkish words "Han Efendi" translate to "His Highness," further emphasizing his status as a ruler and leader. Sultan Ibrahim's reign was marked by significant events, including the construction of the Sultanahmet Mosque in Istanbul and the expansion of the Ottoman Empire's borders. However, his erratic behavior and unpredictability led to instability within the court and the empire, ultimately contributing to his downfall. This historic image offers a glimpse into the rich history of the Ottoman Empire and the complex figure of Sultan Ibrahim, a ruler whose legacy continues to intrigue scholars and historians alike.
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