Oriental Manuscript Collection

Bimbachy [binbashi], ou chef de 1000 cannoniers. [60], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

L aga des jannissaires. [32], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Costume des femmes de Scio [Chios]. [81], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Sultane, soeur de Grand Turk. [74], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Dilsis [dilsiz], ou sourd-muet de Grand Seigneur. [51], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Bulgare qui garde les chevaux de G. S. qu ils sont au verd. [70], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Coumbaradji [humbaraji], ou officier des bombardiers. [57], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

InterprA ašte au divan imp. [18], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Tournadji-bachy [turnaji bashi], ou gA a nA a ral de brigade. [13], Mahmud II
Tournadji-bachy [turnaji bashi], ou gA a© nA a© ral de brigade. [13], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Soldat des cantons de barbaries. [64], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Costume de Candiottes [a Cretan]. [68], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Prince de Moldavie, en habit de cA a rA a monie. Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks
Prince de Moldavie, en habit de cA a© rA a© monie. Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Allay tzaoussou [alay chavushu], ou inspecteur aux parades. [50], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Grand vezir. [2], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Jannissaire en grand costume. [41], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

PremiA ašre favorite du sultan. [73], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Bach-hassekys [bash haseki], ou officier-major de la garde imp. [45], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Hasseky-agassy [haseki agasi], ou lieutenant du bostanji bachi. [15], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Oda Bachy [oda bashi], ou capitaine des jannissaires. [34]. Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Djiebedji [cebeji], ou officier des munitionnaires. [61], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Czaouch bachy [chavush bashi], ou grand-marA a chal de l empire. [10], Mahmud II
Czaouch bachy [chavush bashi], ou grand-marA a© chal de l empire. [10], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Grec [a Greek]. [66], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Chef du corps de garde particulier du grand vezir. [30], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Cafetzy [kahveji], ou vendeur de cafA AEaAaUa dans les rues. [62], Mahmud II
Cafetzy [kahveji], ou vendeur de cafA AEaAaUa© dans les rues. [62], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Tzantadji [chantaji], ou portefeuille du Grand Seigneur. [16], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Laoumtzi [lagimji], ou officier des mineurs. [58], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Reis effendi, ou ministre des affaires a trangašres. [6], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks
Reis effendi, ou ministre des affaires a© tranga┼íres. [6], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Dame turque en deshabillA a. Wearing high plarform bath shoes. [75], Mahmud II
Dame turque en deshabillA a©. Wearing high plarform bath shoes. [75], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Kehaya-bey [kA ahya bey], ou ministre de l intA a rieur. [5], Mahmud II
Kehaya-bey [kA ahya bey], ou ministre de l intA a© rieur. [5], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Cherbetzi [sherbetchi], ou vendeur de sorbet. [65], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Albanais [an Albanian]. [67], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Defterdar effendi, ou grand-controleur de l empire. [8], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Femme Greque de l Asie. A peasant holding sheaves of wheat. [84], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Stamboul-effendi [Istanbul efendi(si), ou grand-juge de la capitale. [23], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

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Liszt Collection LC_160805

Caziasker [kazasker], ou grand-juge de la Roma lie. [24], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks
Caziasker [kazasker], ou grand-juge de la Roma© lie. [24], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Sheik [sheyh], qui vient expressement d Iconium [Konya] pour ceindre l a pa e
Sheik [sheyh], qui vient expressement d Iconium [Konya] pour ceindre l a© pa© e au G.S. a ses ava© na┼íments au tra┼¢ne. [12], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Baladin grec. [72], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Ousta [usta], ou grand-cuisinier d un ra giment des jannissaires. [35]. Mahmud II
Ousta [usta], ou grand-cuisinier d un ra© giment des jannissaires. [35]. Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Cariktzi bassy [sarikchi-bashi], ou porte-turban du G. S. [49], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Jannissaire au service des ministres europa ens. Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks
Jannissaire au service des ministres europa© ens. Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Costume Asiatique. [63], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Femme de l Ile de Tine [Tinos]. [82], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839
Musicien du sA a© rail. Man playing a qamA anchay. [53], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Cafedji-bachy [kahveji bashi], ou chef cafetier. [27], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Tesrifatsy effendi [teshrifatchi efendi], ou grand-maatre de ca ra monie
Tesrifatsy effendi [teshrifatchi efendi], ou grand-maatre de ca© ra© monie. [11], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Tzorbadji [chorbaji], ou colonel des jannissaires. [33], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Caracoulouctzis [karakullukchus], ou cuisiniers porteurs de marmittes. [39], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

Grand moufti. [3], Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, 1784-1839, (Patron)

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"Exploring the Enigmatic Oriental Manuscript: A Glimpse into Mahmud II's World" Step back in time and delve into the captivating world of Mahmud II, Sultan of the Turks, through an extraordinary oriental manuscript. This remarkable collection offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives and customs of various individuals within his empire. Amongst its pages, we encounter Bimbachy [binbashi], also known as the chief of 1000 cannoniers. As one of Mahmud II's trusted officers, he played a crucial role in defending the empire against external threats. The manuscript further introduces us to L aga des jannissaires [32], shedding light on this elite military unit under Sultan Mahmud II's patronage. These highly skilled soldiers were renowned for their loyalty and bravery. Costume des femmes de Scio [Chios] [81] showcases the attire worn by women from Chios, providing insight into their unique cultural identity during that era. The sultane, sister to Grand Turk [74], is depicted with elegance and grace - a testament to her royal lineage. Dilsis [dilsiz], or sourd-muet de Grand Seigneur [51], presents an intriguing character who was deaf and mute but held a significant position within Sultan Mahmud II's court. His presence highlights diversity among those who served in influential roles. The manuscript also features glimpses into daily life such as Bulgare qui garde les chevaux de G. S. , revealing how even horsekeepers had distinct costumes while serving under Sultan Mahmud II. Coumbaradji [humbaraji] portrays an officer responsible for managing bombardiers - emphasizing the importance placed on artillery during this period. InterprA ašte au divan imp. Sheds light on interpreters who facilitated communication between different cultures within the imperial council.