Eunuchs Collection

Marriage Procession of the Sultan's Daughter, at Constantinople, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Marriage Procession of the Sultan's Daughter, at Constantinople, 1854. Celebrations for the wedding of Fatma Sultan, aged 14, and Ali Galip Pasha

Nimroud Sculptures...Triumphal Return of the King to his Camp, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Nimroud Sculptures, just received at the British Museum - Triumphal Return of the King to his Camp, 1850. The King is seen in his chariot, attended by his chief eunuch; before him, but aloft

Spring Festival on the River, Qing dynasty, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Spring Festival on the River, Qing dynasty, 18th century. Traditionally attributed to Qiu Ying. Copy of a work attributed to Zhang Zeduan

Visit to the Harem, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2804818 Visit to the Harem, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Visit to the Harem)

Habit of the chief of the Black Eunuchs in 1749 (engraving)
3640458 Habit of the chief of the Black Eunuchs in 1749 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Habit of the chief of the Black Eunuchs in 1749)

Mr Rassams Assyrian Discoveries at Kalakh, Fac-Similes of Two of the Bronze Plates from the Great Trophy (engraving)
1059983 Mr Rassams Assyrian Discoveries at Kalakh, Fac-Similes of Two of the Bronze Plates from the Great Trophy (engraving) by English School

Habit of the chief of the Black Eunuchs in 1749 (engraving)
3640457 Habit of the chief of the Black Eunuchs in 1749 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Habit of the chief of the Black Eunuchs in 1749)

Fraternization in Grand Cairo, or The Mad General & his Bonny Party Likely to Become Tame Musselmen, October 9, 1798

Illustration of an Assyrian king seated on his throne attended by eunuchs and winged figures; Illustration

An Assyrian king travelling. After an illustration by an unidentified 19th century artist from a bas relief on the walls of the Royal Palace at Ninevah; Illustration

Peking eunuchs Palace Portraits Chinese court
Peking, One of the eunuchs of the Palace, Peking, Portraits of Chinese court figures, Liang, Shitai, 1860-1879

Kisler Aga, Chief of the Black Eunuchs and First Keeper of the Serraglio, Francis Smith, active 1763-1780, British

Thessaloniki - Officers of the Police Force and Eunuchs of the Yildiz Palace. Date: circa 1908

Capi Aga, Chief of the White Eunuchs
The Capi Aga, the Governor of the Gates of the Seraglio and Chief of the White Eunuchs. He is wearing a high white turban and crimson fur-trimmed robes. He has no beard. 1803

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"Eunuchs: Guardians of Power, Keepers of Secrets" Step into the captivating world through a collection of stunning artworks that span centuries and cultures. From the Eunuch of the Seraglio on a fine Arab horse in 1865 to the Spring Festival on the River during Qing dynasty in the 18th century, these images offer glimpses into their intriguing lives. In "Visit to the Harem, " an illustration from Le Rire, we catch a rare glimpse behind closed doors as eunuchs navigate their way through this forbidden sanctuary. Their presence is both enigmatic and essential, ensuring order and safeguarding royal secrets. The Habit of the chief Black Eunuchs in 1749 reveals their distinctive attire, symbolizing authority within their ranks. These engraved depictions allow us to imagine them standing tall with pride while fulfilling their duties. But beyond their roles as guardians and confidants, it also had dreams and desires like any other human being. In "A Eunuch's Dream" painted in 1874, we witness an intimate moment where they escape reality for a brief respite amidst lush surroundings. Travel back further in time with Mr Rassam's Assyrian Discoveries at Kalakh depicted through fac-similes of two bronze plates from the Great Trophy. Here we see eunuchs attending to an Assyrian king seated on his throne alongside winged figures—an ancient testament to their enduring presence throughout history. As our journey continues, we encounter scenes such as "The Death of Sardanapalus, " capturing dramatic moments where power dynamics shift dramatically within harems. The Harems Gate offers another perspective—a souvenir from Cairo—where eunuchs stand guard at this entranceway into secrecy and opulence.