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Unknown leader of the Turks on a pedestal
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Unknown leader of the Turks on a pedestal

Simon Fokke · 1722 - 1784 · etching; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Scene from world history. A man adorned with turban and crown stands on a pedestal and holds an unrolled piece of paper and a sword in his hands. A number of people kneel before him. In the air Fame blows the trumpet decorated with the flag of the Turks.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Subjects
printFameplan of battleTurkenoorlogen
Credit lineOnbekende aanvoerder van de Turken op een voetstuk. 1722 - 1784. Simon Fokke. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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