Abdulhamid Collection

The Ottoman sultan Abdulhamid II and the German kaiser William II. FRANCE. Paris. Biblioth豵 e des Arts D飯 ratifs (Decorative Arts Library)

The Turkish State Barge Seughudlu, built at Elswick Shipyard, Newcastle upon Tyne for His Imperial Majesty Sultan Abdul Hamid II (1842-1918) - September 25, 1903

Topkapi Palace. Audience of a European ambassador, 1788
Turkey. Constantinople (Today Istanbul). Topkapi Palace. Audience Chamber. Audience of a European ambassador, 1788. Engraving by Lemaitre, Lalaisse and Chaillot

Abdulhamid I (1725-1789). Ottoman sultan from 1774 to 1789. Engraving by Lemaitre, H. Lalaisse and Monnin. Historia de Turquia by Joseph Marie Jouannin (1783-1844) and Jules Van Gaver, 1840

A gloriously ornate invitation from Her Excellency The Ambassadress of Turkey (Stefanaki Musurus Pasa) to the Launch of Turkish State Barge Seughudlu, built at Elswick Shipyard

Abdul Hamid I (1725-89) Sultan 1774-89, from A Series of Portraits of the Emperors
STC87576 Abdul Hamid I (1725-89) Sultan 1774-89, from A Series of Portraits of the Emperors of Turkey, 1808 (w/c) by Young, John (1755-1825); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Sultan Abdulhamid II - ruler of the Ottoman Turks
Abdulhamid II (1842-1918) - 34th Sultan of the Ottoman Empire and the last to exert effective control over the Empire as a whole entity. Date: circa 1916

Sultan Abdul Hamid II of Turkey - Constitution
The Sultan travelling to the Friday Prayers after the Proclamation of the Constitution in Constantinople, 1908. Sultan Abdul Hamid II (1842 - 1918)

Sultan Abdul Hamid II of Turkey
Sultan Abdul Hamid II (1842 - 1918) oversaw a period of decline in the power and extent of the Empire, ruling from 31 August 1876 until he was deposed on 27 April 1909

Visit of the German Kaiser Wilhelm II to Turkey
The visit of the German Kaiser Wilhelm II and his wife Augusta Viktoria to Constantinople. Pictured here with Sultan Abdul Hamid II (1842 - 1918)

Sultan Abdulhamid I - ruler of the Ottoman Turks
Abdulhamid I, Abdul Hamid I or Abd Al-Hamid I ( Servant of God ) (1725-1789) - the 27th Sultan of the Ottoman Empire. Date: circa 1785

Hamidiye Fountain, Thessaloniki, Greece. Named after His Imperial Majesty, The Sultan Abdulhamid II, Emperor of the Ottomans, Caliph of the Faithful (also known as Abdul Hamid II)

Sultan Abdul Hamid II of Turkey - Parliament
Opening of the Turkish Parliament - the Sultan arrives in his box and delivers the Royal Speech(back centre). There is a balcony on the upper right full of the diplomatic Corp

Abdul Hamid II (1842-1918). Colored engraving
Abdul Hamid II (1842-1918). 34th Sultan of the Ottoman Empire. Colored engraving of The Spanish and American Illustration, 1876

Abdul Hamid II (1842-1918). Sultan of the Ottoman Empire (1876-1909). Son of Abdu?lmecit I, succeeded his brother Murat V, deposed by Midhat Pasha. He promulgated a constitution (1876)

Adbul Hamid I (1725-89) 1788 (oil on canvas)
XIR237904 Adbul Hamid I (1725-89) 1788 (oil on canvas) by French School, (18th century); 36x26 cm; ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

Thessaloniki, Greece - The Hamidiye Fountain. Named after His Imperial Majesty, The Sultan Abdulhamid II, Emperor of the Ottomans, Caliph of the Faithful (also known as Abdul Hamid II)

Izmir, Turkey - Tower - Jubilee of Sultan Abdulhamid II
Izmir, Turkey - Tower built to commemorate the Jubilee (25th Anniversary of the reign) of Sultan Abdulhamid II. Date: circa 1902

Opening Ceremony of the Hamidiye Fountain, Thessaloniki
The inauguration ceremony of the Hamidiye Fountain, Thessaloniki, Greece. Named after His Imperial Majesty, The Sultan Abdulhamid II, Emperor of the Ottomans

Hamidiye Fountain Inaugurated - Thessaloniki, Greece (when still Salonika under Turkish control). Date: circa 1901

Tower built to commemorate the Jubilee of Sultan Abdulhamid
Tower built to commemorate the Jubilee (25th Anniversary of the reign) of Sultan Abdulhamid II Date: circa 1901

Mahmut Sevket Pasa and chief staff
Mahmut Sevket Pasa (18561913) and chief staff - Ottoman soldier and statesman who, in 1909, suppressed a religious uprising, forced the subsequent deposition of Sultan Abdulhamid II

The Restoration of the Constitution
A patriotic postcard celebrating the Constitution of July 1908. Sultan Abdul Hamid II (1842 - 1918) oversaw a period of decline in the power and extent of the Empire

Sultan Abdulhamid II (1842 - 1918), Emperor of the Ottomans, Caliph of the Faithful. Date: circa 1910

Visit of German Kaiser to Turkey
The Visit of the German Kaiser Wilhelm II to Turkey for an official state meeting with Sultan Abdul Hamid II (1842 - 1918). They are visiting the German School at Constantinople

Enver Pasha - watercolour cartoon card
I believe it is now my turn!. An original watercolour depicting Enver Pasha (1881-1922), pro-German, pan-Turkist revolutionary

Turkey - Visit of ther Kaiser Wilhelm II
The visit of the German Kaiser Wilhelm II (with his wife Augusta Viktoria) to meet with the Turkish Sultan, Abdul Hamid II (1842 - 1918)

Izmir (Smyrna), Turkey - Clock Tower
Tower built to commemorate the Jubilee of Sultan Abdulhamid II

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Abdulhamid, a name that resonates with power and influence throughout the history of the Ottoman Empire. From Topkapi Palace to diplomatic encounters, his reign left an indelible mark on European relations. In 1788, Abdulhamid I captivated an audience of a European ambassador at Topkapi Palace. His regal presence and astute diplomacy showcased the strength of Ottoman rule during his tenure from 1774 to 1789. Fast forward to Sultan Abd al-Hamid Khan II in the late 19th century, where he forged alliances with Germany. The image captures their meeting, symbolizing the shifting dynamics in international politics during this era. The Turkish State Barge Seughudlu stands as a testament to Abdulhamid's commitment to modernization. Built at Elswick Shipyard, it exemplified his vision for progress and innovation within the empire's naval capabilities. Even amidst grandeur and opulence, Abdulhamid valued cultural exchange. A gloriously ornate invitation from Her Excellency The Ambassadress of Turkey showcases his appreciation for diplomacy through artistry. Portraits immortalize rulers like Abdul Hamid I and II; their faces tell stories of leadership spanning generations. Colored engravings capture their essence while reminding us of their significant contributions to Ottoman history. Sultan Abdul Hamid II emerges as a prominent figure in Turkish history - ruler of the Ottoman Turks who navigated complex political landscapes with finesse and determination. Parliamentary involvement marked Sultan Abdul Hamid II's reign as he embraced progressive reforms while preserving traditional values. His legacy remains intertwined with Turkey's journey towards modernity. Abdulhamid: a name synonymous with power, diplomacy, and transformation within the Ottoman Empire.