Hab.t de la Turquie, from the playing cards (for quartets) "Costumes des Peuples Étrangers" 18th century

This 18th-century playing card, titled "Hab.t de la Turquie," is part of the "Costumes des Peuples Étrangers" quartet deck and depicts a Turkish woman and man in traditional dress. The woman wears a vibrant blue robe adorned with intricate yellow and red patterns, while the man sports a red robe with green lining and a distinctive feathered hat. The card's text includes a question in French, "Quand me menerez vous au bal?" (“When will you take me to the ball?”) This piece reflects the growing interest in foreign cultures during the 18th century and provides a glimpse into the fashion and customs of Ottoman Turkey. "Costumes des Peuples Étrangers," Playing Cards, Turkish Woman, Turkish Man, 18th Century.