Sinope Collection

Sinop - Turkey
Sinop is a city Ince Burun (Cape Ince), by its Cape Sinop (Sinop Burnu, Boztepe Cape, Boztepe Burnu) which is situated on the most northern edge of the Turkish side of Black Sea coast

The ship of the line Imperatriza Marija under the flag of Nakhimov, after the victory at Sinop, 1854 Creator: Timm
The ship of the line Imperatriza Marija under the flag of Nakhimov, after the victory at Sinop, 1854. Private Collection

View of the Sinope from Bos-Tepe, 1854. Creator: Unknown
View of the Sinope from Bos-Tepe, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Costumes of the Women of Sinope - Marriage Dress of a Greek Female, 1854, Creator: Unknown
Costumes of the Women of Sinope - Hallil Bey, son of the Kaimacan of Sinope, in 1847- Marriage Dress of a Greek Female, 1854

Attack on the Turkish Flotilla by the Russian Fleet, at Sinope 1853, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Attack on the Turkish Flotilla by the Russian Fleet, at Sinope 1853, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Diogenes of Sinope: detail from the School of Athens in the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco)
3362161 Diogenes of Sinope: detail from the School of Athens in the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Vatican Museums and Galleries

The Philosopher Diogenes searches for an honest man in the City of London with his
485239 The Philosopher Diogenes searches for an honest man in the City of London with his Lantern, 1607 (woodcut) (detail of 485240) by English School

A Picturesque Map of the Seat of War, in the Danubian Provinces, Turkey, Asia Minor, Southern Russia
1607993 A Picturesque Map of the Seat of War, in the Danubian Provinces, Turkey, Asia Minor, Southern Russia, and the Crimea (engraving) by English School

Plan of the Destruction of the Turkish Squadron, at Sinope (engraving)
1618678 Plan of the Destruction of the Turkish Squadron, at Sinope (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of the Destruction of the Turkish Squadron)

Sinope, from the Bay (engraving)
1097540 Sinope, from the Bay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sinope, from the Bay)

Some Russian War-Ships (litho)
1604441 Some Russian War-Ships (litho) by Jane, Fred T. (1870-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some Russian War-Ships. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 6 January 1894)

Bust of Diogenes (marble)
ALI345953 Bust of Diogenes (marble) by Roman; Pinacoteca Capitolina, Palazzo Conservatori, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: buste de Diogene; Greek philosopher (413-323 BC); ); Alinari

Panoramic View of Sinope, sketched after the Battle (engraving)
1619135 Panoramic View of Sinope, sketched after the Battle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Panoramic View of Sinope, sketched after the Battle)

Diogenes asking for alms, High Imperial Period (27 BC-395 AD) (marble) (b / w photo)
ALI345949 Diogenes asking for alms, High Imperial Period (27 BC-395 AD) (marble) (b/w photo) by Roman Imperial Period (27 BC-476 AD); Museo Torlonia, Rome

The Russian Attack on Sinope (engraving)
664262 The Russian Attack on Sinope (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Russian Attack on Sinope)

Sebastopol (engraving)
1619129 Sebastopol (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sebastopol. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 1854)

Destruction of the Turkish Fleet at Sinope (engraving)
663605 Destruction of the Turkish Fleet at Sinope (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Destruction of the Turkish Fleet at Sinope)

The Philosopher Diogenes searches for an honest man in the City of London with his
485240 The Philosopher Diogenes searches for an honest man in the City of London with his Lantern, 1607 (woodcut) (see also 485239) by English School

Bust of Diogenes (marble)
ALI345952 Bust of Diogenes (marble) by Roman; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: buste de Diogene; Greek philosopher (413-323 BC); ); Alinari

The Battle of Sinop on 18th November 1853 (Night after Battle) (oil on canvas)
2644159 The Battle of Sinop on 18th November 1853 (Night after Battle) (oil on canvas) by Aivazovsky, Ivan Konstantinovich (1817-1900); Central Naval Museum, St

The Russian attack on Sinope 1853 AD (litho)
1266230 The Russian attack on Sinope 1853 AD (litho) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cassells History of England pulished circa 1920)

Leicester LE67 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Leicester LE67 8

Boy with a Cross Bow at Sinope, c1906-1913, (1915). Creator: Mark Sykes
Boy with a Cross Bow at Sinope, c1906-1913, (1915). Boy using a crossbow, Sinop, (Turkey). From " The Caliphs Last Heritage, a short history of the Turkish Empire" by Lt.-Col

Route from Chatal Zeitun to Kavza and from Kavak to Tash Kupri, c1915. Creator: Unknown
Route from Chatal Zeitun to Kavza and from Kavak to Tash Kupri, c1915. Map showing the journeys of British writer, soldier and diplomatic advisor Mark Sykes in northern Turkey

Section of Route from Diarbekir to Sivas and Sivas to Sinope by Aneroid readings, c1915. Map showing the journeys, with altitude above sea level, of British writer

Plan of the Battle of Sinope, 1853. Private Collection

The Battle of Sinop on 30 November 1853, Mid of the 19th cen Artist: Anonymous
The Battle of Sinop on 30 November 1853, Mid of the 19th cen.. From a private collection

The Russian attack on Sinop, Turkey, 1853 (1906). The destruction of the Turkish fleet in the harbour at Sinop encouraged Britain and France to enter the Crimean War

Destruction of the Turkish fleet at Sinope, 1853, (1900). The port of Sinop on the Black Sea was attacked by Russia, precipitating the Crimean War

Portrait of Lev Andreyevich Ergomyshev (1809-1859)

Map Battle Sinope 1853 Charles Meryon French
Map of the Battle of Sinope, 1853. Charles Meryon (French, 1821-1868). Etching, hand colored with watercolor

Diogenes Of Sinope, Aka Diogenes The Cynic, Born Circa 412 Bc Died 323 Bc. Greek Philosopher. From El Mundo Ilustrado, Published Barcelona, 1880

Diogenes Of Sinope, D. C. 320 Bc. Greek Philosopher. Engraved By J. W. Cook
Diogenes Of Sinope, D. C.320 Bc. Greek Philosopher.Engraved By J.W.Cook

Diogenes of Sinope, Greek philosopher
Diogenes (412 BCE - 323 BCE), Greek philosopher. Diogenes was born at Sinope in modern-day Turkey. Educated as a banker, he was exiled for defacing currency and moved to Athens

Apelles, Heretic
APELLES Roman adherent to the heresy of Marcion of Sinope, an ascetic gnostic who held that most of creation was the work of an imperfect god

Pyramidal Grave Stele. 5th century BC. From Sinope
Pyramidal Grave Stele. 5th century BC. Limestone. From Sinope (Sinop). Archaic Period. Archaeological Museum. Istanbul. Turkey

Battle of Sinop, 1853. Part of the Crimean War. Turkey
Battle of Sinop, 1853. Part of the Crimean War (1853-1856), which was a confrontation between the Russian Empire and the alliance of Britain, France, the Ottoman Empire and the Kingdom of Piedmont

Plan du Combat de Sinope Plan Battle Sinope 1853
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Turkey, historic region of Paphlagonia, Sinop (aka Sinope). Black Sea waterfront port area of Sinop with local fishing boats

Turkey, historic Paphlagonia region, Sinop (aka Sinope). Black Sea waterfront port area of Sinop

Fascine Battery, and Turkish Ordnance, at Sinope

24-Pounder Brass Gun, and Remains of Turkish Frigate, at Sinope

Alexander and Diogenes. Alexander The Great (Alexander III of Macedon 356-323 BC) visiting Diogenes of Sinope (c410 -c320 BC), Greek Cynic philosopher living in his tub in Athens

Russo Turkish War (Crimean War) 1853 1856. Battle of Sinop or Sinope 30 November 1853. Naval battle off northern Turkey. Turkish ships on fire. Russian victory

Russo Turkish War, also called Crimean War 1853 1856. Battle of Sinop or Sinope 30 November 1853. Naval battle off northern Turkey. Russian fleet destroyed that of Turkey

Fascine Battery, and Turkish Ordnance, at Sinope

24-Pounder Brass Gun, and Remains of Turkish Frigate, at Sinope

DIOGENES of Sinope (413-323 BC). Greek philosopher. Portrait appeared in the work Illustrium imagines ex antiquis marmoribus

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Sinope, a city rich in history and culture, holds significance in various aspects. Located in Turkey, it is known for being the birthplace of Diogenes of Sinope, an influential philosopher. In the famous fresco "The School of Athens, " we can spot Diogenes among other great thinkers. Diogenes was renowned for his search for an honest man. Legend has it that he even ventured into the City of London to find one. His philosophical teachings continue to inspire many today. During times of conflict, Sinope found itself at the center stage. Engravings depict both war and destruction as well as panoramic views after battles took place nearby. The engraving titled "Plan of the Destruction of the Turkish Squadron" showcases a significant event during which Sinope's Turkish squadron faced devastation. The bay area surrounding it also captivated artists who created picturesque engravings capturing its beauty and serenity. These images transport us back in time, allowing us to appreciate the natural splendor that once graced this region. In addition to its historical importance, Sinope played a role during wartime struggles between Russia and Turkey. Lithographs depicting Russian war-ships remind us of these turbulent times when naval forces clashed near this coastal city. A marble bust immortalizes Diogenes himself while asking for alms—a reminder that even great philosophers had their humble moments seeking support from others. Lastly, neighboring Sebastopol also features prominently in engravings related to conflicts involving Sinope—showcasing how intertwined these regions were during periods marked by strife and military campaigns. Sinope's story encompasses philosophy, warfare, artistry, and geography—an amalgamation that makes it an intriguing destination worthy of exploration both historically and culturally.