Sultan toont Baron von Münchhausen zijn harem before 1843

"Sultan toont Baron von Münchhausen zijn harem" (The Sultan shows Baron von Münchhausen his harem), a lithograph by Charles Rochussen, depicts the famous Baron von Münchhausen in a fantastical scene, with a sultan showing him his harem. Rochussen was a Dutch painter and lithographer known for his illustrations of historical and literary subjects. The lithograph is a humorous portrayal of a well-known character from German folklore, Baron von Münchhausen, known for his outlandish tales. The scene captures a moment of incredulity, with Münchhausen, clad in European attire, seemingly bewildered as the sultan reveals his many wives. The lithograph is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection and is a testament to Rochussen's skill in capturing both historical and literary narratives through his art.