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A Dance for the Pleasure of Sultan Ahmet III (1673-1736) from the Surnama
XIR182446 A Dance for the Pleasure of Sultan Ahmet III (1673-1736) from the Surnama, 1720 (gouache on paper) by Ottoman School, (18th century); Topkapi Palace Museum, Istanbul, Turkey; (add.info.: danse pour le bon plaisir du sultan Ahmed III; deposed by his own janissaries; ); Turkish, out of copyright
Media ID 12747198
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14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 30.4cm (8" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.8cm (14" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a mesmerizing scene from the Surnama, a historical manuscript that chronicles the life and events of Sultan Ahmet III. Painted by an artist from the Ottoman School in the 18th century, this gouache on paper artwork showcases a vibrant dance performance arranged solely for the pleasure of Sultan Ahmet III. The image transports us to the opulent Topkapi Palace Museum in Istanbul, Turkey, where courtiers and entertainers gather under an exquisite tent. The sultan sits enthroned at its center, surrounded by his loyal subjects eagerly awaiting his delight. Dancers gracefully move to enchanting melodies played by talented musicians nearby. However, beneath this lavish display lies a tale of political intrigue. Sultan Ahmet III was eventually deposed by his own janissaries - an elite infantry unit who rebelled against their ruler. This adds another layer of complexity to this seemingly joyous occasion depicted in the artwork. As we admire this piece from Fine Art Finder's collection, we are reminded of both the splendor and fragility of power within empires like the Ottoman Empire. It serves as a testament to how art can capture not only beauty but also history and politics within its brushstrokes.
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