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Man and woman of Constantinople, Ottoman Empire, 1818
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Man and woman of Constantinople, Ottoman Empire, 1818
Man and woman of Constantinople, Ottoman Empire, 1818. The man wears a turban and ermine-trim coat and smokes a long tobacco pipe, the woman in dress and harem pants. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Mary Anne Vennings A Geographical Present being Descriptions of the Principal Countries of the World, Darton, Harvey and Darton, London, 1818. Venning wrote educational books on geography, conchology and mineralogy in the early 19th century
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1818 Aegean Anne Constantinople Countries Descriptions Educational Folk Geographical Geography Georgian Harem Isle Pants Present Principal Regency Santorini Sash Thira Tutor Venning Ottoman Santorin
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This handcoloured copperplate engraving, titled 'Man and woman of Constantinople, Ottoman Empire, 1818,' offers a glimpse into the rich cultural tapestry of the Ottoman Empire during the early 19th century. The man, dressed in a turban and ermine-trimmed coat, exudes an air of authority and sophistication as he leisurely smokes a long tobacco pipe. His attire, a traditional costume of the Ottoman elite, is a testament to the empire's diverse influences and the fusion of Eastern and Western styles. The woman, adorned in a dress and harem pants, embodies the grace and elegance of the Ottoman female. Her intricately patterned dress and sash reflect the vibrant colours and intricate designs that were popular during the Regency and Georgian eras. The inclusion of the Aegean Sea and the Isle of Santorini (Thira) in the background adds a sense of geographical context, further emphasizing the far-reaching influence of the Ottoman Empire. This image is taken from 'A Geographical Present being Descriptions of the Principal Countries of the World,' written by Mary Anne Venning in 1818. Venning was a prolific writer and educator, known for her works on geography, conchology, and mineralogy. Her publications were instrumental in providing a comprehensive understanding of the world to the British public during the Regency and Georgian periods. The intricate details and vivid colours of this engraving serve as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage and diverse influences that shaped the Ottoman Empire during the early 19th century. It is a visual representation of the global interconnectedness that characterized the era and continues to inspire curiosity and fascination in the present day.
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