Turkish sultans, sultanas and other historical figures
1669
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This is a black-and-white print of a man in fancy clothes. He’s wearing a big, curly wig and a high collar with lace. His mustache is thick, and he holds a small object in one hand. The background is simple, but the edges of the print have a wavy, decorative border. The text below the portrait is in German and looks like a statement or title. It’s framed neatly, almost like a certificate. If you like this style, check out the Baroque movement next.
