Hamid Collection (page 2)

Tippoo Tib (1837-1905)
Photograph of Tippoo Tib, then Chief of the Manyema, c.1887. His real name was Hamid ibn Mohammed and he was an African-Arab adventurer and warrior, who controlled a large section of Central Africa

TURKEY: KEEPING THE RING. The Sultan of Turkey, Abdul-Hamid II, is represented as being left to fight it out with his insurgent Provinces

ABDUL HAMID II (1842-1918). Sultan of Turkey, 1876-1909. Photographed c1876

25th Anniversary of ascension as Sultan of Abdul Hamid II
Postcard commemorating the 25th anniversary of the ascension to the throne of Sultan Abdul Hamid II (18421918), the 34th Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, who became ruler in 1876

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

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

PORTUGAL. Lisbon. UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon (L) and Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai attend a Meeting on Afghanistan on November 20, 2010 in Lisbon

PORTUGAL. Lisbon. Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai (L) and NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen attend a Meeting on Afghanistan on November 20, 2010 in Lisbon

ABDUL HAMID II (1842-1918). Sultan of Turkey (1876-1909). Wood engraving, English, 1876

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

Turkey Loses Crete
Abdul-Hamid II, sultan of Turkey, grieves as the international powers take Crete away from him and give it to Greece Date: 1901

Paris Exhibition 1900 - Political card
A political card from the Paris Exhibition of 1900. The leaders of the major European nations stand precariously on a Boneshaker carriage, struggling to maintain a fragile peace

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

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)

Stanley and Tippoo Tib leaving Matadi, 1887
Engraving showing Sir Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904) (centre right on horse) and Tippoo Tib (1837-1905) (right of Stanley, with sword) leaving Matadi, on the Congo river, 1887

Tippoo Tibs Ivory Store at Stanley Falls, Lualaba River, c
Photograph of Tippoo Tibs Ivory Store at Stanley Falls on the Lualaba River, c.1887. Stanley Falls are now known as the Boyoma Falls and are in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Abdul Hamid Ii / Pj 1897
ABDUL HAMID II Ottoman Sultan (1876-1909) who went to war abroad, misgoverned at home, and was eventually deposed

Abdul Hamid Ii / Rire 1897
ABDUL HAMID II Ottoman Sultan (1876-1909) who went to war abroad, misgoverned at home, and was eventually deposed

Abdul-Hamid Deposed 1909
Young Turks depose Abdul-Hamid at Yildiz-Kiosk

Disposal of Abdul-Hamid
CARTOON The young Turks dispose of the body of Abdul-Hamid

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"Hamid: A Journey Through Time and Empires" Step into the captivating world of Hamid, a name that echoes through history and spans across continents. From Abdul Hamid II, the enigmatic ruler of the Ottoman Empire, to Lith's iconic cartoon portraying this era, there is much to discover. Traveling across oceans, we find ourselves at Million Dollar Pier in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Amidst the glitz and glamour of this American landmark, one can't help but wonder about the connections between Abdulhamid I and this bustling city. Delving deeper into history, we encounter an intriguing depiction of Kaiser Wilhelm II alongside Abdul Hamid during World War I. What secrets lie behind their meeting? The engraving depicting "The Crisis at Zanzibar" adds another layer to this tale - what role did Sultan Abd-ul-Hamid play? Intrigue continues as Sir Henry Elliot presents his credentials to Sultan Abd-ul-Hamid at Dolma Bagtche Palace. What diplomatic discussions took place within those opulent walls? And what stories does The Turkish State Barge Seughudlu hold from its time at Elswick Shipyard? Amidst all these grandeur lies a touch of elegance - an ornate invitation from Her Excellency The Ambassadress of Turkey invites us into a world filled with cultural richness and refinement. Yet amidst power and diplomacy, Sultan Abdul Hamid I had a passion for knowledge. His public library stands as a testament to his commitment to education and enlightenment. As our journey nears its end in Istanbul, we are greeted by the majestic Laleli Mosque or Tulip Mosque. Its beauty reflects not only architectural prowess but also echoes the legacy left behind by sultans like Abdulhamid I. Finally, let us take a moment to ponder Stonehenge through Sir Richard Colt Hoare's eyes - how would he have interpreted it during his encounters with the Ottoman Empire.