Mehmed II, Sultan of Turkey
1595
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1595
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows Mehmed II, Sultan of Turkey, in a formal pose. He's dressed in fancy clothes and has a serious expression. The details in his clothing and face are very precise. What's interesting about this work is the level of detail in the engraving. The artist used a technique that creates a lot of texture and depth. To learn more about the method used to create this image, look up the technique: engraving.
