Soltanieh i Iran 1647

This anonymous engraving from 1647 depicts the city of Soltanieh in Iran. The artist meticulously portrays the city’s architecture with its grand domes and minarets, set against a backdrop of rugged mountains. The scene is further enlivened by figures in the foreground, hinting at the city's bustling life. "Soltanieh i Iran" offers a glimpse into a distant land and its architectural wonders, as seen through the lens of 17th-century European cartography and artistry. The work exemplifies the growing interest in exploring the world beyond Europe during this period, which was marked by a desire to document and understand different cultures.