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Muslim wedding in the Ottoman Empire: The giving away of the bride.

Ottoman (Muslim) funeral. Ottoman (Muslim) wedding. In the distance, the field of Büyükdere on the European shore of the Bosporus.

Bridal costume inspired from Greek vases and architectural features of ancient temples.

Wedding preparations of Cassandra and Bellerophontes, from ancient vase.

Wedding procession in Athens. In the foreground, the groom accompanied by two friends. In the background the bride, with her gaze lowered.