The Dolmabahce Palace, Istanbul
The Dolmabache Palace, Constantinople. Commisioned by Abdul Mecit (1839-61) - architect Nikogos Balyn who in collaboration with his Father completed construction in 1853. Vast throne room in centre, flanked by two lower wings including crystal staircase and alabaster bathroom. Ataturk used the Palace as his residence. Now used to occasionally host official visitors
Picture No
10636804
Media ID
46554327
Size
5555px x 3621px
(4.4MB)
Credit
Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Usage Restrictions
No book cover use in Germany, Austria and Switzerland until January 2023
Source
Unattributed postcard
Date
circa 1910
