Sultan Ahmed III Crowned in the Mosque at Eyups (Aubry de La Mottraye's "Travels throughout Europe, Asia and into Part of Africa...," London, 1724, vol. I, pl. 17B) 1723 - 1724

This engraving, "Sultan Ahmed III Crowned in the Mosque at Eyups," depicts a scene from the coronation of Sultan Ahmed III of the Ottoman Empire. Created by renowned British artist William Hogarth in 1723-24, the work is a fine example of 18th-century graphic art, characterized by its detailed linework and dramatic composition. The scene unfolds in a grand interior, with the Sultan, wearing a richly ornamented robe, taking center stage as he receives a crown. The surrounding figures, including dignitaries and courtiers, contribute to the sense of pomp and ceremony. This illustration is a historical snapshot of Ottoman court life during the 18th century and a powerful demonstration of Hogarth's keen observational skills.