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SH54059
Janissary Infantry of Ottoman Empire, 16th Century
54mm white metal, 14 parts & etched brass plaque
Sculpted by Yury Serevryakov
Painted by Kim Man Jin
Janissary Infantry of Ottoman Empire, 16th Century
54mm white metal, 14 parts & etched brass plaque
Sculpted by Yury Serevryakov
Painted by Kim Man Jin
Historical Note:
Janissary of Ottoman Empire-
The name Janissary or Janizary derives from the Ottoman Turkish meaning "new soldier", was a member of an elite corps in the standing army of the Ottoman Empire. The first Janissary was originated by Sultan Murad I(1326/?~1389) in 14th century(around 1365), it was abolished by Sultan Mahmud II(1808~1839) in 1826. The Janissaries were highly respected for their military prowess in the 15th and 16th centuries.
The Janissaries were the first Ottoman standing army, replacing forces that mostly comprised tribal ghazis, whose loyalty and morale could not always be trusted.
It was initially formed of Dhimmi(non-Muslims, originally exempted from the military service), especially Christian youths and prisoners-of-war, reminiscent of Mamelukes.
But late Janissaries were trained under strict discipline with hard labour and in practically monastic conditions, and they were expected to remain celibate. They were also expected to convert to Islam. All did, as christians were not allowed to bear arms in the Ottoman Empire until the 19th century.
The Janissaries wore uniforms, were paid in cash as regular soldiers(4 times per year), and marched to distinctive music, the Mehter. All of these features set the Janissaries apart from most soldiers of the time. Unlike other Muslims, they were expressly forbidden to wear beards, only a moustache. These rules were obeyed by Janissaries, at least until 18th century.
As standing army, they lived in their barracks and served as policemen and fire fighters during peacetime.
Janissary of Ottoman Empire-
The name Janissary or Janizary derives from the Ottoman Turkish meaning "new soldier", was a member of an elite corps in the standing army of the Ottoman Empire. The first Janissary was originated by Sultan Murad I(1326/?~1389) in 14th century(around 1365), it was abolished by Sultan Mahmud II(1808~1839) in 1826. The Janissaries were highly respected for their military prowess in the 15th and 16th centuries.
The Janissaries were the first Ottoman standing army, replacing forces that mostly comprised tribal ghazis, whose loyalty and morale could not always be trusted.
It was initially formed of Dhimmi(non-Muslims, originally exempted from the military service), especially Christian youths and prisoners-of-war, reminiscent of Mamelukes.
But late Janissaries were trained under strict discipline with hard labour and in practically monastic conditions, and they were expected to remain celibate. They were also expected to convert to Islam. All did, as christians were not allowed to bear arms in the Ottoman Empire until the 19th century.
The Janissaries wore uniforms, were paid in cash as regular soldiers(4 times per year), and marched to distinctive music, the Mehter. All of these features set the Janissaries apart from most soldiers of the time. Unlike other Muslims, they were expressly forbidden to wear beards, only a moustache. These rules were obeyed by Janissaries, at least until 18th century.
As standing army, they lived in their barracks and served as policemen and fire fighters during peacetime.
Once again this figure comes in Seil's black sturdy box with an additional color guide in the sleeve. Well packed with foam protecting the parts from damage.
Above we see the 4 views of the torso with fine seam lines easily removed with knife or scalpel. The right leg below the knee is cast separtly and attaches without a gap.
Above is the separtly cast head showing the mouth open and teeth to give the figure the expression he is yelling a battle cry.
Above is the spear / staff with the hands cast to it. Once the arms were dry fitted to the torso the hands / spear ligned right up and can be attached.
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