The Murder of Patrona Halil and his Fellow Rebels

Jean Baptiste Vanmour (1671-1737), oil on canvas, c. 1730-1737

After Mahmud I ascended the throne, the rebels continued to sow unrest. They tried to gain positions in the govern-ment and demanded ever more power. With a sham excuse, Mahmud I summoned them to the palace, where they were killed one by one. Patrona Halil is being overpowered at the right.

  • Artwork typepainting
  • Object numberSK-A-2012
  • Dimensionsheight 75 cm x width 101 cm
  • Physical characteristicsolieverf op doek