This catalog covers the extraordinary U.S. exhibition of treasures from the Topkapi Palace in Istanbul, a collection of objects representing the artistic mastery, cultural diversity, and unparalleled wealth of the Ottoman Empire at its zenith. With its richly detailed color photographs and its four highly readable historical essays, this is a welcome opportunity to experience the achievements of a great civilization.
...of beautiful treasures and artifacts. The collection is very complete and in detail. If you admire the Ottoman culture and aesthetics in general, then you should check this out, since the book collects the pantheon of all things of beauty and great character that this culture has to offer.
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