The interior of Hagia Sophia in Istanbul

Description

Featured in the 1836 collaborative work of Thomas Allom and Robert Walsh, this steel engraving depicts the magnificent interior of Hagia Sophia during its era as a mosque, one of the most deep-rooted landmarks in world architecture and the Istanbul skyline. The print highlights the monumental dome structure, the massive calligraphic roundels, and the intricate interior details, captured through a dramatic light filtering from the clerestory windows alongside figures engaged in prayer.