Berggren Collection

Woman cemetery orientalist photography Berggren
Woman in cemetery, orientalist photography, Berggren, Guillaume, 1880

Beggar orientalist photography Berggren Guillaume
Beggar, orientalist photography, Berggren, Guillaume, ca. 1870

Marchand de foies orientalist photography Berggren
Marchand de foies, orientalist photography, Berggren, Guillaume, ca. 1870

Port de Constantinople orientalist photography
Port de Constantinople, orientalist photography, Berggren, Guillaume, ca. 1870

Tinsmith orientalist photography Berggren Guillaume
Tinsmith, orientalist photography, Berggren, Guillaume, ca. 1870

View de Yildiz Kiosque orientalist photography
View de Yildiz Kiosque, orientalist photography, Berggren, Guillaume, ca. 1870

Hamals orientalist photography Berggren Guillaume
Hamals, orientalist photography, Berggren, Guillaume, ca. 1870

Fruit vendor orientalist photography Berggren
Fruit vendor, orientalist photography, Berggren, Guillaume, ca. 1870

Constantinople Interieux de maison turque Berggren
Constantinople: Interieux de maison turque, Berggren, Guillaume, 1835-1920, Gigord, Pierre de, 1875

Vue de la Pointe du Serail Pierre de Gigord
Vue de la Pointe du Serail, Pierre de Gigord collection of photographs of the Ottoman Empire and the Republic of Turkey, Berggren, Guillaume, 1835-1920, Gigord, Pierre de, 1835-1920

CONSTANTINOPLE, c1900. A view of Constantinople, Ottoman Empire, with Aqueduct of Valens in the background. Photograph by Guillaume Berggren, c1900

CONSTANTINOPLE, c1900. A street in Constantinople, Ottoman Empire. Photograph by Guillaume Berggren, c1900

Turkish ice Cream seller
Constantinople - An ice cream seller with a female client

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"Berggren: Capturing the Essence of Orientalist Photography in Constantinople" Step into a world frozen in time, where the lens of Berggren's camera unveils the mystique and allure of Constantinople. With each click, this remarkable woman cemetery orientalist photographer transports us to a bygone era. In her lens, we witness the beggars' struggle for survival; their weary faces etched with stories untold. Guillaume Berggren's orientalist photography captures their resilience amidst adversity, painting a vivid picture of life on the streets. The bustling Marchand de foies comes alive through Berggren's lens - his vibrant energy palpable as he navigates through crowded markets. Port de Constantinople reveals itself as a gateway to endless possibilities, its waters teeming with trade and adventure. Berggren doesn't shy away from capturing even the humblest professions. The tinsmith's skilled hands are immortalized in her orientalist photography - an ode to craftsmanship that often goes unnoticed. And then there is View de Yildiz Kiosque, where serenity meets opulence against Istanbul's majestic skyline. Hamals strain under heavy loads while carrying dreams upon their shoulders – another poignant moment captured by Guillaume Berggren’s orientalist photography. Meanwhile, Fruit vendor offers respite from daily struggles as colorful produce tantalizes passersby with promises of sweetness and nourishment. Venturing beyond public spaces, we step inside Constanti nople Interieux de maison turque - glimpsing into private lives hidden behind ornate doors and intricate architecture. Pierre de Gigord collection photographs Ottoman Empire transport us further back in time; each image revealing layers of history waiting to be unraveled. Finally, CONST ANTINOPLE c1900 emerges before our eyes – an enchanting cityscape adorned with an aqueduct that stands tall as a testament to human ingenuity and architectural marvels. Through Berggren’s lens, the spirit of Constantinople is immortalized, its essence captured in every frame.