Turkse bruid te paard, onder baldakijn 1598

"Turkse bruid te paard, onder baldakijn" is a 1598 woodcut by Christoph Krieger, depicting a Turkish bride riding a horse under a canopy. The scene is framed by a decorative border, with the central image showing the bride surrounded by attendants, highlighting the cultural practice of carrying a veiled bride on horseback. Krieger's detailed rendering of the figures and the intricate canopy conveys a sense of ceremony and grandeur, capturing the artist's interest in the exoticism of Ottoman culture. This artwork demonstrates the popularity of Eastern themes in European art during this period, contributing to a broader understanding of cultural exchange and perceptions of the Ottoman Empire in Europe.