Kapıcıbaşı

The Ottoman title of kapıcıbaşı designated the chief of the palace gatekeepers, or "chief warder". In the early phase of Ottoman statehood there was one single title-holder. It multiplied over time and there were in the 18th century some 150 simultaneous title-holders. The holder supervised the palace gatekeepers (kapıcılar), was in charge of guarding the gates, transmitted messages and orders, and executed Imperial Council orders.

Notable people

 * Fatsali Ahmed Aga Canikli
 * Abdulfettah Capanoglu
 * Kara Musa Pasha
 * Suleyman Bey Capanoglu
 * Çoban Mustafa Pasha
 * Battal Huseyin Bey Canikli
 * Koca Mustafa Pasha
 * Kurd Mehmed Pasha
 * Izzet Ahmed Pasha
 * Mustafa Capanoglu
 * Topal Osman Pasha
 * Piali Pasha
 * Keki Abdi Pasha