De dwerg Hali Nasili Pascha, 1720 1718 - 1720

"De dwerg Hali Nasili Pascha" is a satirical etching by Dutch artist Joost van Sassen, dating back to 1718-1720. The etching depicts a caricature of a figure dressed in traditional Ottoman garb, likely a representation of a powerful figure from the Ottoman Empire. The work's title and the accompanying text suggest the artist's intention to ridicule the subject, highlighting their perceived physical characteristics and power dynamics. This example of 18th-century satirical art provides insight into the social and political climate of the time, reflecting the tension between Europe and the Ottoman Empire.