Turkse man met tulband en baard 1650

This etching, created in 1650 by Italian artist Stefano della Bella, depicts a Turkish man with a turban and beard. The detail in the man's elaborate headdress and clothing is striking, showcasing della Bella's skill in capturing the nuances of texture. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies della Bella's talent for portraiture and his fascination with foreign cultures, a common theme in 17th-century European art. The small size of the work, only 100 mm in height and 74 mm in width, suggests it was intended for personal collection or as a study.