Title
Abd-ul-Aziz
Caption
Abd-ul-Aziz(1830-1876), Sultan of Turkey from 1861. At first liberal and westernising, became autocratic. Forced to abdicate after risings in Bosnia, Bulgaria and Herzegovina. Cartoon by Coide (J.J.Tissot 1836-1902) for "Vanity Fair" London 30 October 1869 showing him about the time of his abdication as a womanising tyrant about to have his power snuffed out. Chromolithograph.
Date
19th century
Credit line
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Reference
ARP07102_390006461
License type
Rights managed
Available size
22,4Mb (2,8Mb) / 7,4in x 11,8in / 2209 x 3543 (300dpi)