... woods, arabesqued ceiling, and numerous casements, open no less than eight spacious saloons, appropriated to the Imperial Household. Above this suite are situated the State Apartments ; gorgeous with gilding, and richly furnished with every luxury... The Beauties of the Bosphorus - Page 60by Miss Pardoe (Julia) - 1840 - 164 pagesFull view - About this book
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