Fine Art Print : Sultan Murad IV has the arms and legs of two men cut off because they had smoked, ca
Fine Art Prints from Liszt Collection
Sultan Murad IV has the arms and legs of two men cut off because they had smoked, ca
Sultan Murad IV has the arms and legs of two men cut off because they had smoked, ca. 1630. Jan Luyken, Pieter van der Aa (I), 1698
Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy
Media ID 12720541
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1698 Arms Body Cutting Death Jan Luyken Legs Pieter Van Der Aa Sawing Sultan Tearing Violent Smoked They
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the intrigue and history of the Ottoman Empire with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Sultan Murad IV by Quint Lox, from the Liszt Collection. This captivating artwork, created in 1698, depicts the legendary Sultan with the arms and legs of two men amputated as a punishment for their disobedience - a tale of power and consequence. Adorn your walls with this unique piece of history and add a touch of timeless elegance to your decor.
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Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this thought-provoking print titled "Sultan Murad IV has the arms and legs of two men cut off because they had smoked" we are confronted with a chilling depiction of violence and punishment. Captured by Jan Luyken and Pieter van der Aa in 1698, this image transports us back to the year 1630 when Sultan Murad IV ruled. The scene is both shocking and disturbing as it portrays the sultan's extreme response to an act deemed unacceptable during his reign - smoking. The severity of his punishment is evident through the gruesome sight of two men having their limbs severed. The use of cutting, sawing, and tearing tools adds an element of horror to this already macabre tableau. This photograph forces us to reflect on the power dynamics at play during that era, where even minor transgressions could result in severe consequences. It serves as a stark reminder that authority figures throughout history have employed brutal methods to maintain control over their subjects. Quint Lox's interpretation of this historical event invites us to question societal norms, justice systems, and our own capacity for cruelty. As viewers, we are compelled to contemplate how far humanity has come in terms of compassion and empathy since those dark times.
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