Nieuwe vleugel in de Vaticaanse Musea te Vaticaanstad, Italië 1851 - 1890

This 19th-century photograph, likely taken between 1851 and 1890, by an unknown photographer, captures the grand interior of a new wing within the Vatican Museums in Vatican City, Italy. The photograph showcases a long, arched hallway lined with classical sculptures and ornate architectural details. The use of a wide-angle lens emphasizes the grandeur of the space and highlights the richness of the Vatican's art collection. This anonymous photograph, now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, offers a glimpse into the evolving landscape of the Vatican Museums during the 19th century.