2009 - MICHIGAN ORIENTAL ART SOCIETY - Our 38th Year
SUNDAY, October 4, 2009 • 1:30 pm
SITE: St. Johns Hospital Oakland @ Education Center
27351 Dequindre Rd; Madison Heights
North I-696 and East of I-75
Meeting Information: Patricia Beer @ 586-558- 9767
DVD presentation on the big screen
Süleyman the Magnificent
The Ottoman Empire reached its highest development under Süleyman, who reigned from 1520-1566. This program chronicles the rule of the Moslem leader, whom Europeans named "The Magnificent." His vast empire extended to three continents; but it is what went on inside his territory that made Süleyman great. Under his leadership, the arts and humanities flourished, a sophisticated judicial system was instituted, public education and housing were supported, and religious freedom was encouraged. Many examples of art, from gold smithing to miniature paintings, are presented along with visits to outstanding architectural sites. Historians discuss the significance of Süleyman’s reign. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, All Movie Guide
In the sixteenth century and Ottoman sultan known as the second Solomon ruled half the civilized world from Topkapi Palace in Istanbul. The Turks called him Kanuni, the Lawgiver. To the Europeans he was known as Süleyman the Magnificent. During his forty-six-year reign, the Ottoman Empire flourished and witnessed a golden age.
A contemporary of Francis I of France and Henry VIII of England, Süleyman was an audacious military leader, celebrated poet, and enthusiastic patron of art and architecture.
Shot on location in Turkey, this film explores she breadth-taking palaces and mosques of the
Ottoman Empire and focuses on the dramatic life and personality of Sultan Süleyman.
The Ottoman Empire reached its highest development under Süleyman, who reigned from 1520-1566. This program chronicles the rule of the Moslem leader, whom Europeans named "The Magnificent." His vast empire extended to three continents; but it is what went on inside his territory that made Süleyman great. Under his leadership, the arts and humanities flourished, a sophisticated judicial system was instituted, public education and housing were supported, and religious freedom was encouraged. Many examples of art, from gold smithing to miniature paintings, are presented along with visits to outstanding architectural sites. Historians discuss the significance of Süleyman’s reign
PLEASE CONTINUE TO SUPPORT in MOAS 2010, the only organization in Michigan that provides a venue for Asian Art lovers to gather and share their passion for Asian Art and Culture on a consistent basis. Our Dues Year is December 31, 2009 to December 31, 2010, collection of 2010 dues beginnings with the October meeting. Payment by check preferred, please complete and submit 2010 Dues form with your payment to assure proper credit. Dues payment was off to a rocky start in 2008, I was not as efficient as usual due to many months of personal illnesses this year. Your prompt payment will help enormously! Thank you, Patricia Beer
Members & guests are encouraged to bring paintings, textiles, calligraphic etc. works relate to this program.
