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Ref: sk-a-4077
As part of the ceremony, Calkoen attended a meeting in the divan or council chamber of the palace, after which he and his retinue were offered a meal by the grand vizier. This meal is shown here. At centre, across from the grand vizier, Calkoen sits on a low stool, flanked by two interpreters. The sultan could listen (unnoticed) behind the small grilled window above –hence called ‘the Eye of the Sultan’.
Title: The Meal in Honour of Ambassador Cornelis Calkoen
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Date: c. 1727 - c. 1730
Medium: canvas; oil paint (paint)
Type: painting
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