Pathway
by Maria Coulson
Title
Pathway
Artist
Maria Coulson
Medium
Photograph - Digital Art, Fine Art Phototgraphy
Description
Pathway in the Topkapı Palace a large museum in Istanbul, Turkey. In the 15th century, it served as the main residence and administrative headquarters of the Ottoman sultans.
Construction began in 1459, The complex was expanded over the centuries, with major renovations after the 1509 earthquake and the 1665 fire. The palace complex consists of four main courtyards and many smaller buildings. Female members of the Sultan's family lived in the harem, and leading state officials, including the Grand vizier, held meetings in the Imperial Council building. After the 17th century, Topkapı gradually lost its importance.
Following the end of the Ottoman Empire in 1923, Topkapı was transformed into a museum by a government decree dated April 3, 1924.
Proceeds from the sale of this photograph goes to help orphaned and abandoned children in Colombia South America.
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May 17th, 2019
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