Turkish sultans, sultanas and other historical figures

1630

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Turkish sultans, sultanas and other historical figures is a 1630 by Kilian, a Baroque work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Kilian
When & what style?: 1630 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This image is a print of a man with a long white beard and a large turban. He is wearing a patterned robe and holding a spear in his right hand. The background is a dark oval shape with a lighter oval shape inside it. The man's facial expression is serious, and he appears to be looking directly at the viewer. The turban is decorated with a small ball on top, and the robe has intricate patterns and designs. This portrait is an example of the Baroque style, characterized by dramatic lighting and detailed textures. For more information on this artistic movement, look up Baroque.

The story of this work

Overview

A print from 1630 by Kilian portrays Mustafa I alongside other historical figures, accompanied by a Latin title and biographical text about the subject.

Read the full account in the museum source.