Children of the Ottoman Seraglio. Customs and costumes of the princes and princesses. Unknown - 2006

Istanbul: Aygaz / Sadberk Hanim Museum, 2006. 1st Edition . Dust jacket. New/New. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. Original bdg. Dust wrapper. 4to. (34 x 25 cm). In English. 300 p., color ills. Children of the Ottoman Seraglio. Customs and costumes of the princes and princesses. The family life of the masters of the Ottoman palace and the daily lives and clothing of the children of the sultans are topics which unfortunately have not been the subjects of detailed consideration. This deficiency has not only resulted incorrect assumptions, deep ignorance and erroneous opinion regarding their way of life and family relationships, but has also led to the incorrect interpretation of their place in Ottoman civilization. This is so because those distinguished persons who represent a particular cultural circle must be known well. Moreover, the persons of that milieu obviously affect the course of history, and that milieu produces select and distinguished persons who are unique to it. Among the members… Leer más

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