Portret van een Persische vorst 1615 - 1676

This engraving by Theodor Matham, created between 1615 and 1676, depicts a portrait of a Persian ruler, identified as "Jacup, Perzjarum Rex" (King of Persia), likely Shah Safi of Persia. The artwork is a fine example of the Dutch Golden Age's fascination with exotic cultures and rulers, capturing the regal attire of the Persian monarch. The detailed etching highlights the intricate details of the Shah's attire, including a feathered turban, jeweled ornament, and ornate chain. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the cross-cultural exchange of knowledge and artistic representations of rulers across the globe during the seventeenth century.