Portret van een Peruaanse vorst 1615 - 1676

This engraving, "Portret van een Peruaanse vorst", by Dutch artist Theodor Matham, depicts Atahualpa, the last Inca emperor of Peru. The portrait, created between 1615 and 1676, showcases Atahualpa in a traditional headdress, a striped garment, and large earrings. Matham's detailed engraving emphasizes the subject's facial features, providing insight into the appearance of this historical figure. The portrait, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a valuable historical artifact, offering a glimpse into the past through the art of engraving.