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Izmir, Turkey - Pasha in his Palace and the Harbour
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Izmir, Turkey - Pasha in his Palace and the Harbour
A Pasha in his Palace before an exotic garden, smoking a pipe and seated below a silk damask curtain with gold bullion fringe. Accompanied by a general view of the Quay, waterfront and shoreline of Izmir (Smyrne), Turkey with the citadel/fortress/castle (Kadifekale) at rear and a larger sailing vessel moored in the foreground. The whole idea of Islamic gardens was for them to be an expression of heaven
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Bullion Curtain Damask Exotic Foreground Fringe Izmir Kadifekale Larger Moored Pacha Pasa Pasha Pipe Quay Silk Smyrna Smyrne Water Front Ottoman
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This evocative image transports us back in time to the vibrant and culturally rich city of Izmir, Turkey, formerly known as Smyrna, during the Ottoman Empire. The focal point of the photograph is a Pasha, a high-ranking Ottoman official, seated in the opulence of his palace. He is seen in deep contemplation, smoking a pipe beneath a luxurious silk damask curtain adorned with gold bullion fringe. The tranquility of the scene is in stark contrast to the bustling activity of the harbor and quay visible through the window. The Pasha's palace, an expression of the wealth and power of the Ottoman Empire, is nestled amidst lush exotic gardens, a reflection of the Islamic belief that such spaces are a representation of heaven. The harbor, teeming with ships and sailors, is a testament to the city's importance as a major trading center. The imposing Kadifekale, a citadel, fortress, or castle, looms in the background, adding to the historical significance of the scene. A larger sailing vessel is moored in the foreground, adding to the sense of activity and movement on the water. The photograph captures the essence of Izmir during the Ottoman era, a time of grandeur, culture, and prosperity. The Pasha's peaceful contemplation amidst the bustling harbor serves as a reminder of the contrasting elements that coexisted during this period in Turkish history.
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