Description: Antique 1692/1693 Ottoman Empire Illustrated Calligraphy Manuscript w. Portrait & Map of Constantinople For your consideration is an impressive and RARE Ottoman manuscriptTwo pages of hand painted watercolors and ink polychrome illustrations with calligraphic explanatory text on their respective backsIt features a map of Bosphorus strait in 17th century ConstantinopleA masterfully executed portrait of a period ruler, sultan or vazier, is well depicted in a round medallion. It could well be the architect for the depicted mosqueAn impressive mosque with three minarets is pictured at the other cornerThe pages (181 & 182, as numbered in Ottoman numbers) are most likely from a chronicle book, definitely with great historical valueThe added side notes are shading important details, one of which is the date AH 1104 in Siyaq numbers, which corresponds to AD 1692/93Although very decorative, it is a great pastime project for any scholar interested in the history of the Ottoman empire and the regionA professional translation and additional research may prove this amazing manuscript to be a priceless historical documentCirca AD 1692/1693, Ottoman TurkeyIt comes presented in a new frame between two glass panels Measurements: Approximately 20.5" x 16.25" x 1.25" framed; 16.25" x 12" the page It weighs 5 lbs. 10 oz. Condition: Very Good overall. Please see photos. All original. Mild to moderate discoloration and minor spots around the edges, commensurate with age. Colors are still sharp and bright We Will Combine Shipping Whenever Possible For Your Convenience! Local Pickups Are Welcome! Take a look at the other items we have for sale now. Click here to visit our eBay Store! Please e-mail us for additional photos or information that can give you a better idea about this item! Buyer is responsible for the actual shipping cost Our items are described with the best of our knowledge and ability. To avoid any misunderstandings and in case of any doubt, please e-mail us. We will be glad to answer all of your questions and provide additional photos and/or information
Price: 895 USD
Location: Spring, Texas
End Time: 2025-01-15T04:11:05.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Date of Publication: 1692/1693
Place of Publication: Constantinople
Material: Paper
Subject: History
California Prop 65 Warning: n/a
Original/Facsimile: Original
Type: Handwritten Manuscript
Unit Type: Unit
Language: Ottoman Turkish
Special Attributes: Signed
Region: Middle East
Author: n/a
Unit Quantity: 1
