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Cornelis Calkoen on his Way to his Audience with Sultan Ahmed III, c
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Cornelis Calkoen on his Way to his Audience with Sultan Ahmed III, c
3588447 Cornelis Calkoen on his Way to his Audience with Sultan Ahmed III, c.1727-30 (oil on canvas) by Vanmour, Jean Baptiste (1671-1737); 91.5x125 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: Calkoen was patron to the artist Vanmour who recorded the Dutch envoys audience with Ottoman Sultan Ahmed III (1673-1736) at the Topkapi Palace on 14 September 1727. Here the retinue, unarmed according to convention, enters the second courtyard. Audiences were always held the day the Janissaries received their pay and here lunge at the rice.
); French, out of copyright
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Ambassador Constantinople Courtyard Diplomat Elite Embassy Envoy Europeans Istanbul Janissaries Janissary Levant Moslem Oriental Orientalism Orientalist Ottoman Ottoman Court Ottoman Empire Rice Soliders Sultan Sultan Ahmed Topkapi Topkapi Palace Topkapi Sarayi
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The captivating painting "Cornelis Calkoen on his Way to his Audience with Sultan Ahmed III" by Jean Baptiste Vanmour transports us back to the grandeur and intrigue of the Ottoman Empire in the early 18th century. The artwork, housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, captures a pivotal moment as Calkoen, a Dutch diplomat and patron of Vanmour, makes his way to meet Sultan Ahmed III at Topkapi Palace. In this scene, we witness Calkoen's retinue entering the second courtyard of the palace. Following convention, they are unarmed as they approach their audience with the powerful sultan. The artist skillfully portrays not only the diplomatic mission but also provides us with glimpses into daily life within this magnificent empire. Notably, audiences were held on days when Janissaries received their pay. As depicted in this painting, these elite soldiers can be seen lunging towards bowls of rice—a symbol of sustenance and reward for their loyalty. Vanmour's work beautifully captures both European fascination with Orientalism and an authentic representation of Turkish culture during that era. Through meticulous attention to detail and vibrant colors, he brings to life traditional dress worn by courtiers while showcasing architectural marvels like Topkapi Palace. This remarkable piece serves as a testament to cultural exchange between nations and offers viewers a glimpse into an extraordinary moment in history where East meets West within the opulent walls of Constantinople's imperial court.
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