Sculptuur van Demostenes, Vaticaan c. 1857 - 1875

This photograph, taken by James Anderson between 1857 and 1875, captures a marble sculpture of Demosthenes, a renowned Athenian orator. The statue, likely a Roman copy of a Greek original, showcases Demosthenes in a toga, holding a scroll, a testament to his influential role in ancient Athenian politics. The photograph, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the classical art of the 19th century, highlighting the enduring interest in ancient Greek and Roman culture. The photograph, with its sharp detail and stark contrasts, is a fine example of 19th-century photographic techniques.