Fotoreproductie van het schilderij De laatste communie van de heilige Franciscus van Assisi, van Rubens 1858 - 1866

This 19th-century photo reproduction, created by an unknown artist, depicts Peter Paul Rubens’s famous painting "The Last Communion of Saint Francis of Assisi." The image captures a scene from the life of the titular saint, a founder of the Franciscan Order, receiving communion while surrounded by fellow monks. This artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, demonstrates the popularity of religious imagery during this period and reflects the growing use of photography to reproduce and disseminate artistic masterpieces. The photo's sepia tone adds a timeless quality to the composition, highlighting the spiritual significance of the subject.