Cushion : Abdul Hamid Ii / Rire 1897
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Abdul Hamid Ii / Rire 1897
ABDUL HAMID II Ottoman Sultan (1876-1909) who went to war abroad, misgoverned at home, and was eventually deposed
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1842 1876 1897 Abdul Abroad Deposed Eventually Hamid Rire Skull Sneaky Sultan Ottoman
Cushion
Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Abdul Hamid II, the 34th Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, is depicted in this photograph taken in 1897, during his reign from 1876 to 1909. Known as "Rire Sultan" or "Laughing Sultan" due to his penchant for wearing a red fez adorned with a comical, exaggerated grin, Abdul Hamid II's rule was marked by a series of events that would ultimately lead to his downfall. The Ottoman Empire, once a powerful and influential global force, was in a state of decline during Abdul Hamid II's tenure. In an attempt to strengthen his position domestically and bolster his reputation abroad, the sultan embarked on several military campaigns, including an unsuccessful war against Greece in 1897. Despite these efforts, Abdul Hamid II's misgovernance at home continued to fuel discontent among the Ottoman population. The photograph captures a sneaky and cunning expression on the sultan's face, hinting at the political machinations and intrigue that characterized his rule. However, the events of 1909 would eventually bring an end to Abdul Hamid II's reign. A revolution led by the Young Turks, a reformist movement, resulted in the sultan's deposition and exile to Salonica. The Ottoman Empire would continue to face challenges in the coming years, eventually leading to its dissolution in 1918. This historical image offers a glimpse into the complex and intriguing life of Abdul Hamid II, a sultan whose reign was marked by both military adventures abroad and misgovernance at home. The photograph, taken in 1897, serves as a reminder of the Ottoman Empire's rich and complex history, and the intrigue and political machinations that shaped its final years.
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