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Robertson, J. & Beato, F.
Mosque de Tophanna (Cannons in harbor, Constantinople)
1854, April
Albumen print
25,5 x 30,7 cm
Bassenge Photography Auctions
Auction 4 December 2013, Lot: 4086
LL/51914
This photograph impressively demonstrates the military power and confidence of the Ottoman Empire during the reign of Abdul Medjid I. 1839-61. The power and poilitical influence of the Ottoman Empire was an important and valued part of the balance of power within Europe throughout the 19th century.
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