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Istanbul: Vehbi Koç Foundation / Mesher, 2023. Soft cover. New. Folio - over 12 - 15" tall. Paperback. Oblong folio. (32 x 25 cm). In English and Turkish. 289, [7] p., richly color and b/w ills. 1000 copies were printed. The exhibition showcases paintings, engravings, rare books, albums, panoramic photos, and souvenirs that provide a rich visual history of Istanbul. These works from the Ömer Koç Collection were created by diverse individuals, including ship captains, travelers, and architects, offering Western perspectives with varied intentions. Accompanied by quotations from written sources, the exhibition fosters a dialogue between Western viewpoints and Ottoman/Turkish literature, inviting visitors to reflect on the city's diverse narratives and depictions, rather than being a typical ode to Istanbul. Henry Aston Barker's panorama of Istanbul, which he made from the top of the Galata Tower in 1800; an engraving after Philipp Franz von Gudenus's drawing from… Read More