The Second Oldest Armenian Will from London
May 9, 2015 Before I start the task of back-breaking photography for about five hours straight (I have been doing this since 1998 and especially since spring of 2003 right […]
Following the Spectral Presence of Baba
/in Chair's Blog /by historywebMay 8, 2015 A couple of afternoons ago, I came across a tantalizing letter in French by a merchant from Julfa who has obsessed me since 2003, Coji Baba Sultanum […]
A Man of Many Seas: More on Coja Baba and his Textiles
/in Chair's Blog /by historywebMay 28, 2015 Coja Baba Sultanum (Khwāja Babajan son of Sultanoum) was a merchant of many seas and seasons. His specter is everywhere and virtually in all the archives I […]
Hot on Baba’s Trail’s again…
/in Chair's Blog /by historywebMay 9, 2015 This document is part of my continuing archival reporting on the fabulous Coja (or Coji) Baba Sultanum or Baba for short. Those interested can see the documentary […]