A Roman emperor sitting in a niche holding a globe and sceptre and looking to his left 1505 - 1535

This 16th-century engraving by Marcantonio Raimondi, a prominent Italian printmaker, depicts a Roman emperor seated in a niche. The emperor is adorned with a laurel wreath and holds a globe and scepter, symbolic of his power and dominion. The intricate details of the emperor's attire, the architectural setting, and the use of light and shadow highlight Raimondi's masterful technique, showcasing the influence of Renaissance art. The engraving, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, reflects the fascination with classical antiquity during the Renaissance, particularly in its depiction of Roman emperors.