Ottoman Imperial Manuscript Rika Calligraphy Letter Document Signed Mehmed
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Ottoman Imperial Manuscript Rika Calligraphy Letter Document Signed Mehmed. Calligraphy and Signatory: The text is masterfully executed in classic Rika script, the definitive hand of the 19th century Ottoman bureaucracy. Rare 19th Century Ottoman Imperial Palace Calligraphy Official Birth Celebration Letter. .. WE SENT ALL ITEM WITH REGISTERED SHIPPING Rare 19th Century Ottoman Imperial Palace Calligraphy Official Birth Celebration Letter An extraordinary piece of authentic Ottoman bureaucratic history. This original handwritten manuscript is an official petition and congratulatory letter addressed directly to the Imperial Court or a high ranking state dignitary. Historical Context and Content: The document is highly significant as it relates to an official celebration or announcement from the Imperial Palace. Written in a highly sophisticated, literary Ottoman Turkish, the text is filled with grand honorific titles, prayers for the absolute longevity of the Ottoman State, and deep expressions of loyalty to the Sultan. A crucial feature of this document is the marginal note written diagonally on the upper left corner. It explicitly mentions the Auspicious Holy Birth (Veladet-i Ba-saadet), accompanied by an official ink seal. This indicates that the letter was processed through the imperial chancellery to commemorate the birth of a royal family member. Calligraphy and Signatory: The text is masterfully executed in classic Rika script, the definitive hand of the 19th century Ottoman bureaucracy. It is signed on the lower right using the traditional humble formula Bende (Your Humble Servant) followed by the official signature of Mehmed. Condition Report: In excellent, authentic antique condition. The paper shows beautiful, genuine age toning that highlights its 19th century origin. Features original vertical and horizontal fold lines from historical palace storage. The ink remains incredibly dark, crisp, and 100 percent legible throughout. Perfect for professional framing. Specifications: Type: Original Archival Document Date: 19th Century (Ottoman Period) Language: Ottoman Turkish (Arabic Script) Authenticity: Guaranteed 100 Percent Original Ephemera A magnificent and historically rich addition for serious collectors of Islamic calligraphy, Middle Eastern royal history, and rare Ottoman Empire archival manuscripts.
