Het paleis van de sultan van Marokko (plaat 3), 1640-1641 1646

This etching by Dutch artist Adriaen Matham depicts the palace of the Sultan of Morocco, a fortified structure surrounded by high walls and a tall tower. The detailed depiction of the architecture and the figures in the foreground creates a sense of place and time. The etching is part of a series of prints, "Het paleis van de sultan van Marokko," which were commissioned in the 17th century and showcase the beauty and grandeur of the Moroccan sultan's palace. The print, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a fascinating glimpse into the world of 17th-century Moroccan architecture and offers a unique perspective on European perceptions of the region during that era.