Turkish sultans, sultanas and other historical figures

1736

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Baroque 18th Century Portrait Massachusett

Dominant colour

Turkish sultans, sultanas and other historical figures is a 1736 by Desrochers, a Baroque work, depicting Massachusett, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Desrochers
When & what style?: 1736 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This is a black-and-white print of a bearded man in fancy robes and a tall, ornate crown. His face is serious, with a long beard and a high forehead. The background is plain, but his collar and chest are decorated with intricate patterns. The print has text below it, including the name "Mahmout" and some dates, but the most striking detail is the crown’s swirling feathers and the heavy chain across his chest. If you like this style, look up Baroque.

The story of this work

Overview

The print by Desrochers from 1736 features a lettered title and inscription, and depicts Mahmud I among Turkish sultans, sultanas, and other historical figures.

Read the full account in the museum source.

About the artist

Artist

Desrochers

Desrochers is a surname. Notable people with the surname include:Caroline Desrochers, Canadian politician Étienne-Jehandier Desrochers (1668–1741), French engraver François Desrochers, Canadian politician Odina…

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