Et tyrkisk marked 1647

“Et tyrkisk marked” (A Turkish Market) is an anonymous 17th-century etching depicting a bustling marketplace in the Ottoman Empire. The print is likely from a series of engravings that documented foreign cultures and exotic locales popular in Europe at the time. The composition features numerous figures dressed in traditional Ottoman garb, including a camel and a horse, suggesting the bustling trade and diverse population of a Turkish marketplace. The artist's depiction of the market reflects European perceptions of Ottoman culture in the 17th century, showcasing a dynamic scene of commerce and travel in a foreign land.