Mahmud Abdulmecid Han Bin Collection

Presentation of the Grand Cordon of the Legion of Honour to the Sultan, at Constantinople, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Presentation of the Grand Cordon of the Legion of Honour to the Sultan, at Constantinople, 1856. Monsieur...Thouvenel went in great state from the French Embassy to the Palace of Tcheragan

The Sultan Proceeding to the Ball given by the French Ambassador, at Constantinople, 1856. Creator: Unknown
The Sultan Proceeding to the Ball given by the French Ambassador, at Constantinople, 1856. The Sultan...accompanied by his Ministers and the chief officers of his household

The Sultan at the Fancy-Dress Ball given by the Viscountess Stratford de Redcliffe, at the British E Creator: Unknown
The Sultan at the Fancy-Dress Ball given by the Viscountess Stratford de Redcliffe, at the British Embassy, at Pera, 1856

Banquet given by the Sultan to Prince Napoleon, in the Hall of the Palace of Beylerbey, 8th May 185 Creator: Unknown
Banquet given by the Sultan to Prince Napoleon, in the Hall of the Palace of Beylerbey, 8th May 1854, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

The Sultan going to visit Prince Napoleon at the Palace of Defter Dar Bournou, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Sultan going to visit Prince Napoleon at the Palace of Defter Dar Bournou, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Abdul Medjid, Sultan of Turkey, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Abdul Medjid, Sultan of Turkey, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

The Sultan Abdul Medjid proceeding to the Divan of the Sublime Porte, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Sultan Abdul Medjid proceeding to the Divan of the Sublime Porte, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Lieutenant Montagu O'Reilly explaining his Sketch of Sebastopol to the Sultan, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Lieutenant Montagu O'Reilly explaining his Sketch of Sebastopol to the Sultan, 1854. Crimean War: Royal Navy officer with Ottoman sultan Abdulmejid I

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

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

Medal in Commemoration of the Union of France and England, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Medal in Commemoration of the Union of France and England, 1854. Mr. Hart, the celebrated Medallist of Brussels, has just struck this very fine Medal

Review of the Division under Prince Napoleon before the Sultan, at Scutari - Zouaves Defiling, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Review of the Division under Prince Napoleon before the Sultan, at Scutari - Zouaves Defiling, 1854. French, British and Turkish forces fought against Russia during the Crimean War

The Sultan Abdul Medschid's watch, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Sultan Abdul Medschid's watch, 1844. Watch made by...Messrs. Hart and Son, Cornhill...in a double gold case, the gold being of the standard of twenty-two carats; the back external case...is

Decoration of the Mejidie, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Decoration of the Mejidie, 1854. Order of the Medjidie - Turkish medal presented by Abdulmejid I, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire

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Mahmud Abdulmecid Han bin was a prominent member of the Ottoman imperial family, known for his intelligence, charm, and diplomacy. He played a key role in modernizing the Ottoman Empire during his reign as Sultan from 1839 to 1861, a forward-thinking leader who implemented numerous reforms aimed at improving education, infrastructure, and government administration. His efforts helped to strengthen the empire's economy and military capabilities. Despite facing challenges such as political unrest and external threats, Mahmud Abdulmecid Han bin remained committed to modernizing the Ottoman Empire and preserving its cultural heritage. He was also known for his patronage of the arts and sciences, supporting artists, writers, and intellectuals throughout his reign. Mahmud Abdulmecid Han bin's legacy continues to be remembered today as one of progress and innovation in the history of the Ottoman Empire. His leadership laid the foundation for future generations to build upon, shaping the empire into a more prosperous and dynamic society.