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Illustrations of Ottomans circa 1790 in
Costumes Turcs
Vol. I Folio 13. Kapıcılar Kâhyası
Kapisilar Kiahia gassi ou premier Capidgi Bachi
Painting (watercolour). Folio 13 from an album showing Turkish costume. The kapıcılar Kâhyası (or kethüdası). The head of the kapıcıs, or gate-keepers. Wearing the tall white turban (mücevveze) worn by officials, carrying a staff (asa). White and gold kaftan with a sable lining and huge sleeves.