Portret van Ali, pasja van Ioannina by Jean-Baptiste Mauzaisse

Portret van Ali, pasja van Ioannina 1825

pencil drawn

photo of handprinted image

light pencil work

pencil sketch

old engraving style

portrait reference

pencil drawing

limited contrast and shading

portrait drawing

pencil work

"Portret van Ali, pasja van Ioannina" is a lithograph by Jean-Baptiste Mauzaisse, created in 1825. The artwork depicts Ali Pasha, the ruler of Ioannina, in a close-up portrait. The lithograph is known for its detailed rendering of Ali Pasha's face and traditional Ottoman attire. Ali Pasha was a controversial figure in Ottoman history, known for his ruthless ambition and defiance of the Ottoman Empire, making this portrait a significant historical artifact. The artwork is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum.