Leider van de Janitsaren te paard 1577

This is a black and white engraving by Abraham de Bruyn titled "Leider van de Janitsaren te paard" (Leader of the Janissaries on Horseback) from 1577. It depicts an Ottoman military leader on horseback, wearing a richly decorated costume and a towering turban. The engraving is framed by an intricate border filled with animals and plants, giving the impression of a miniature world. This piece exemplifies the popular genre of engravings that emerged in the 16th century, capturing and disseminating images of exotic cultures and their powerful leaders.