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A Collection of the Dresses of Different Nations (1757)

Posted on November 8, 2015 by Erdal Küçükyalçın

Full title: A collection of the dresses of different nations, antient [sic] and modern. Particularly old English dresses; after the designs of Holbein, Vandyke, Hollar and others, with an account of the authorities from which the figures are taken, and … Continue reading →

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The Military Costume of Turkey (1813) by d’Alvimart

Posted on November 4, 2015 by Erdal Küçükyalçın

The Military Costume of Turkey (1813) illustrated by Octavien d’Alvimart, engraved by F.H. Clark and published in London by Thomas McLean. Read more…

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Ottoman officials in paintings (c.1720-37) by Vanmour

Posted on October 28, 2015 by Erdal Küçükyalçın

Oil paintings of Ottoman high officials and officers by Jean-Baptiste Vanmour. View high-res images, or reach a fine selection.

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