Turkish sultans, sultanas and other historical figures
1660
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1660
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man wearing a tall, pointed hat with jewels and a fancy robe. His face is serious, with a thick mustache and a small goatee. The hat has a strange, crown-like shape with what looks like a small ball and chain on top. The name under the image reads "Ibrahim Turc: Imp:"—likely short for "Ibrahim the Turk," a title for a sultan. The print style is detailed, with lots of cross-hatching to show texture. Check out the Baroque movement to see how artists used drama and detail like this.
