Antique Portrait of the Mufti

Antique portrait titled 'Le Moufti, ou Chef de la Loy'. Old print of the Mufti or Chief of the Law. A mufti is a Sunni Islamic scholar who is an interpreter or expounder of Islamic law (Sharia). This print originates from 'Ceremonies et costumes Religieuses (..)' by A. Moubach.

Condition: Good. General age-related toning. Minor wear and soiling. Please study image carefully.

Date: c.1725

Overall size: 24 x 39.5 cm.