Sultan Collection

A Selection of Bicycles, 1888
Engraving of a selection of bicycles on display at the Stanley Show of 1888. In the centre is The Coventry Machinists Companys Coolie Cycle Cab built for the Sultan of Morocco and at bottom left

Organ - Tippoos Tiger
The unusual organ Tippoos Tiger, constructed to the order of Tippoo Sahib (1753- 1799), Sultan of Mysore, and represents the mauling of an East India Company Officer

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

Seljuk Turks defeated at Dorylaeum, First Crusade
Crusaders under Godfrey of Bouillon, defeating Muslim forces of Sultan Kilij Arslan at Dorylaeum in Asia Minor, 1097. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Painting in Cossack Museum, Zaporozhye, Ukraine
A painting in the Cossack Museum on Khortytsaya Island, Zaporozhye, Ukraine, depicting an Ottoman enemy (possibly the Sultan) making a proclamation, probably a 17th century event

TIPU SULTAN (1749?-1799)
TIPU SULTAN (TIPPU SAHIP) Sultan of Mysore Son of Hyder Ali - fought against Marathas - pictured here at Pollilur in 1780 defeating British under Baille

British Square / Pollilur
British East India troops under Colonel Baille form a square, offering meagre resistance to assault by the Indian army of Tipu Sultan and Hyder Ali at Pollilur

Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey & allies
Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey (1844 - 1918), pictured with Kaiser Wilhelm II, the King of Bulgaria and Franz Joseph of Austro-Hungary; the four rulers of the Central Powers in World War I

Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey & allies
Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey (1844 - 1918), pictured with Kaiser Wilhelm II, and Franz Joseph of Austro-Hungary; the three emperors of the Central Powers in World War I

Stylised Sultans signature (tugra), Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

Siege of Constantinople
SIEGE OF CONSTANTINOPLE The Turks under Sultan Mehmed II besiege the Byzantine capital; both sides use Greek Fire against the other

Saladin, Sultan of Egypt and Syria
Salah Ad-Din Yusuf Ibn Ayyub, known as Saladin, Muslim Sultan of Egypt and Syria (reigned 1174-1193)

Siege of Constantinople
SIEGE OF CONSTANTINOPLE Turkish Sultan Mehmed II enters the captured city after a six-week siege

Barma Mata, Sultan de Zinder, from Dessins et Peintures d Afrique
3251569 Barma Mata, Sultan de Zinder, from Dessins et Peintures d Afrique, executes au cours de l expedition Citroen Centre Afrique, deuxieme mission Haardt Audouin-Dubreuil, pub

Aerial view, Bunder Road, Karachi, Pakistan
Aerial view, Bunder Road (now M. A. Jinnah Road), Karachi, Sindh Province, Pakistan, on a busy day. Date: circa 1950

Ottoman Empire. Sultan received in the Topkapi Palace counse
Ottoman Empire. Turkey. Sultan received in the courtroom of the Topkapi Palace counselors. Istanbul. Recorded. Engraving 19th century. Colored

S. M. S. Goeben
The German Imperial Navy battlecruiser SMS Goeben, launched in 1911. Shortly after the outbreak of World War One, along with the Breslau it reached Constantinople

A Royal Palace in Morocco
BAL7173 A Royal Palace in Morocco by Constant, (Jean Joseph) Benjamin (1845-1902); Roy Miles Fine Paintings; French, out of copyright

TSM H. 1524 Siege of Vienna by Suleyman I (1494-1566) the Magnificent, in 1529
XIR172634 TSM H.1524 Siege of Vienna by Suleyman I (1494-1566) the Magnificent, in 1529, from the Hunername by Lokman, 1588 (gouache on paper) by Islamic School

Sultan Murad IV Ghazi - ruler of the Ottoman Turks
Murad IV Ghazi (1612 February 9, 1640) - Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1623 to 1640 - known both for restoring the authority of the state and for the brutality of his method in doing so

Sultan Osman II - ruler of the Ottoman Turks
Sultan Osman II or Othman II (commonly known as Genc Osman, meaning Osman the Young) (1604-1622) - Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1618 until his death on 20 May 1622. Date: circa 1620

Sultan Selim I conquering Egypt
Sultan Selim I, nicknamed Yavuz " the Stern", " the Steadfast" or " the Grim" (1465?-1520) - Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1512 to 1520

ARABIAN NIGHTS. Scheherazade amusing the Sultan Schahriah and prolonging her life with the tales for a thousand and one nights. Colored engraving, 19th century

Sheikh Saqr Bin Sultan of the Naim tribe of Oman. Date: 1953

Sultan Osman Dreadnought - Ottoman Navy
Dreadnought of the Imperial Ottoman Empire - The Sultan Osman Date: circa 1910s

Crowds at the Chicago worlds fair at night
Columbian Exposition visitors strolling along the midway at night, Chicago 1893. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey with advisors / patriots
Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey (1844 - 1918) pictured with Niazi Bey, Enver Pasha, Chevket Pasha, Prince Sehzade Yusuf Izzeddin Effendi, Riza Bey

Battle of Pollilur (1 / 4)
The Battle of Pollilur waged between Tipu Sultan, the Tiger of Mysore and Col. William Baille of the East India Company. Bailles force was defeated and he was captured

Abdul Mecid I, Ottoman Sultan
Abdul Mecid I (or Mejid, Medschid), Ottoman Sultan (ruled 1839-1861)

Advert for Gorringes womens clothing 1928
70th year anniversary offers, smart sultan coat of dull satin, crepe-de-chine printed dress and a elegant coat in crepe-de-chine givree a fascinating mixture of artificial silk and wool. 1928

Battle of Pollilur
The Battle of Pollilur waged between Tipu Sultan, the Tiger of Mysore and Col. William Baille of the East India Company. The full width view of the huge battle scene. Date: 10 September 1780

Interior of a hall in the palace of the Mughal kings in Delhi

Sultan Ibrahim - ruler of the Ottoman Turks
Ibrahim (16151648) ( Ibrahim the Mad ) - Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1640 until 1648. Date: circa 1645

Ottoman Empire: Portrait of Sultan Mahmud II (1784-1839)"
LRI4661983 Ottoman Empire: Portrait of Sultan Mahmud II (1784-1839)" It is representative pointing his finger may be to indicate the order to slaughter the order of the Janissaries

Sentinel Wagon 8393, HMS Sultan at the 1969 Stourpaine rally:- Maker: Sentinel Waggon Works Ltd Type: Wagon Number: 8393 Built: 1930 Registration: DX 9048 Class: SUP Name: HMS Sultan Date: 1969

Turkey. Istanbul. Mausoleum of Roxela. 16th century. Wife of Suleyman I. Tiling. Detail

Abdulmecit I (1823-1861). Ottoman Sultan (1839-1861)

Reply of the Zaporozhian Cossacks to Sultan Mehmed IV of the Ottoman Empire, 1880-91. Oil on canvas. Ilya Repin (1844-1930) Russian artist

SULEIMAN THE MAGNIFICENT (1496?-1566). Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, 1520-1566. Suleimans consort Khurrem (center) demanding that he put to death his Grand Vizier Ilderim (far right)

Mehmed Ii / Ottoman / Thevet
MEHMED II called FATIH (The Conqueror) Ottoman Sultan (1444-46, 1451-81) - considered the true founder of the Ottoman Empire

Suleiman the Magnificent

Japanese bantams, black bantams and Pekin bantams. Mrs. Woodcocks Japanese white bantams, first prize at Crystal Palace 1872. E. Cambridges black bantams, cup winner at Bristol 1873. H. B

Markos Botsaris, 1874. Creator: Gerome, Jean-Leon (1824-1904)
Markos Botsaris, 1874. Private Collection

Markos Botsaris at the Battle of Karpenisi, on the night of August 8, 1823, 1852. Found in the collection of Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

Various birds on a sheet of Victorian scraps. Date: circa 1890s

Constantinople Fall - 3
The cannon of sultan Orban Date: April 1453

Saladin, Sultan of Egypt and Syria
Saladin (1137-1193), Sultan of Egypt and Syria. Saladin led Islamic opposition to the European armies during the Crusades

Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey - Investiture Card
Sultan Mehmed V Reshad of Turkey (1844 - 1918). Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1909 until his death in 1918, Mehmed - original name Mehmed Resad - spent much of his life in seclusion until

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"Sultan: A Journey Through Time and Empires" Step into the world of the Sultan, where history unfolds through a captivating array of artifacts and events. From the majestic sound of an organ resonating in ancient palaces to the mesmerizing Tippoos Tiger, each hint reveals a different facet of this enigmatic title. In 1888, a selection of bicycles showcased innovation under the watchful eye of a Sultan. This juxtaposition highlights how even rulers embraced progress amidst tradition. The British Square at Pollilur reminds us that Sultans were not limited to one region; their influence spanned continents. Delve deeper into battles fought and won as we witness Seljuk Turks defeated at Dorylaeum during the First Crusade. A painting in Cossack Museum, Ukraine transports us to another era where Sultans left their mark on distant lands. TIPU SULTAN (1749?-1799) emerges as a prominent figure, embodying strength and resilience against colonial forces. Abdul Hamid II's lithograph captures his regal presence while Sultan Mehmed V Reshad unites allies for common goals. The stylized sultan's signature (tugra) from Istanbul showcases artistic mastery intertwined with political power. As we explore history further, we encounter pivotal moments like the Siege of Constantinople - an event that shaped empires. Saladin, Sultan of Egypt and Syria stands tall among legendary figures who wielded both military might and diplomatic finesse. His legacy echoes through time as an emblematic ruler who united nations under his banner. Finally, return to Sultan Mehmed V Reshad's reign in Turkey - a testament to continuity despite changing times. These hints paint a vivid picture of sultans' multifaceted roles throughout centuries - leaders who navigated complexities with grace and authority. Join us on this remarkable journey through time as we unravel stories woven by sultans, leaving an indelible mark on history's tapestry.