Ruiterportret van een keizer van Turkije en een ruiterportret van een koning van China 1601 - 1650

This etching by Philips Serwouters, dating back to the early 17th century, portrays two powerful rulers on horseback. The left side depicts a Turkish emperor in a turban, holding a sword and riding a rearing steed, while the right side features a Chinese king, also on horseback. The artist uses detailed linework and shading to depict the riders’ elaborate costumes and the dynamism of the horses. The figures are framed by columns and arches, adding a sense of formality and grandeur to the scene. The work offers a glimpse into the artist's interest in capturing the exotic and powerful figures of distant lands.