Sultan Of The Turks Collection

Tughra (Insignia) of Sultan Süleiman the Magnificent (r. 1520-66), ca. 1555-60
Tughra (Insignia) of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent (r. 1520-66), ca. 1555-60

Tugra (imperial monogram) of Sulayman the Manificent (image 1 of 2), between c1550 and c1565. Creator: Unknown
Tugra (imperial monogram) of Sulayman the Manificent (image 1 of 2), between c1550 and c1565

Sultan Suleyman in the Guise of King Solomon... c1558. Creator: Unknown
Sultan Suleyman in the Guise of King Solomon; Page from a Manuscript of the Shahnama-i al-i Osman (Royal Book of the House of Osman) of Arifi, c1558

Soliman Kahn I, from Portraits of the Emperors of Turkey, 1815. Creator: John Young
Soliman Kahn I, from Portraits of the Emperors of Turkey, 1815

Final Assault of the Turks in their First Siege of Vienna (1529), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Final Assault of the Turks in their First Siege of Vienna (1529), 1890. The Siege of Vienna in 1529 was the first attempt by the Ottoman Empire, led by Suleiman the Magnificent

Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent Wearing the Jewel-Studded Helmet, ca. 1540-50. ca. 1540-50. Creator: Anon
Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent Wearing the Jewel-Studded Helmet, ca. 1540-50

Solimano, Act IV, 1620. Creator: Jacques Callot
Solimano, Act IV, 1620

Solimano, Act III, 1620. Creator: Jacques Callot
Solimano, Act III, 1620

Title Page for "Il Solimano", 1620. Creator: Jacques Callot. Title Page for "Il Solimano", 1620
Title Page for "Il Solimano", 1620

Solimano, Act I, 1620. Creator: Jacques Callot
Solimano, Act I, 1620

Solimano, Act II, 1620. Creator: Jacques Callot
Solimano, Act II, 1620

Solimano, Act V, 1620. Creator: Jacques Callot
Solimano, Act V, 1620

The Walls of Jerusalem, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Walls of Jerusalem, 1890. Between 1537-1541, Sultan Suleiman I of the Ottoman Empire ordered the ruined walls of Jerusalem be rebuilt. They are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Solyman the Magnificent, c1530-1540, (1890). Creator: Unknown
Solyman the Magnificent, c1530-1540, (1890). Suleyman the Magnificent (1494-1566) longest-reigning Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1520-1566

Jerusalem. - Exterior of the Golden or Beautiful Gate, 1902. Creator: John Fulleylove
Jerusalem.- Exterior of the Golden or Beautiful Gate, 1902. Suleiman the Magnificent sealed the gate in 1541, maybe for defensive reasons, but in Jewish tradition

Sultan Abdul Hamid 1842-1918, 1934. Abdul Hamid II (1842-1918), the 34th Sultan of the Ottoman Empire. He ruled from 31 August 1876 until he was deposed shortly after the 1908 Young Turk Revolution

Sir William Watson (1858-1935), English poet, 1904. Artist: Max Beerbohm
Sir William Watson (1858-1935), English poet, 1904. Watson was popular in his time for the political content of his verse, hence this caricature, the inscription of which reads: William Watson

Abdul Hamid II, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, 1900. The 34th Sultan, Abdul Hamid II (1842-1918) came to the throne in 1876

Abd-ul-Hamid II, last Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, 19th century. Artist: George J Stodart
Abd-ul-Hamid II, last Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, 19th century. The last real Sultan of the Ottoman Empire (1842-1918) ruled from August 31, 1876 till he was deposed on April 27, 1909

Sword bearing name of Suleyman the Magnificent, 16th century. Ottoman Period, Steel Sword with horn hilt. At Islamic Museum, Cairo

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"Sultan of the Turks: The Magnificent Reign of Suleiman" Step into the captivating world of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, whose reign from 1520 to 1566 left an indelible mark on history. His Tughra (Insignia), crafted around 1555-60, symbolizes his power and authority as the ruler of the Ottoman Empire. One significant event that defined his legacy was the Final Assault of the Turks in their First Siege of Vienna in 1529. This pivotal moment, depicted in a mesmerizing painting from 1890 by an unknown artist, showcases the determination and military might of Sultan Suleiman's forces. Another testament to his grandeur is seen through Constantinople's majestic Suleymaniye Mosque. Built during his reign or earlier, this architectural masterpiece stands tall as a reminder of Sultan Suleiman's devotion to Islam and his vision for a flourishing empire. Delve deeper into Sultan Suleiman's life with a glimpse at his jewel-studded helmet worn around ca. 1540-50. This exquisite piece reveals not only his love for opulence but also serves as a symbol of protection during battles fought under his command. The artistic realm also paid tribute to this legendary sultan through Jacques Callot's series "Solimano. " These intricate etchings capture different acts from Solimano’s life and provide insight into both historical events and imaginative interpretations surrounding him. As we explore Act I-V within Callot’s work, we witness scenes filled with drama, bravery, and political intrigue that surrounded Sultan Suleiman throughout his rule. Each act unravels another layer behind this enigmatic figure who shaped empires with wisdom and strategic prowess. Beyond borders lies Jerusalem – its walls standing strong against time itself. An image captured in 1890 by an anonymous artist reminds us that even distant lands felt Sultan Suleiman's influence, as he expanded the Ottoman Empire's reach.