Turkish sultans, sultanas and other historical figures
1600
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with a dark beard and mustache. He wears a tall, pointed hat and a high-collared robe with detailed patterns. The background is plain, but the edges of the frame have small symbols like a crescent moon and stars. The text around the image includes the year 1595 and a Latin phrase, which might hint at power or leadership. The print style looks old, with careful shading to show his face clearly. To see more like this, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum.
