Portret van paus Pius II 1549 - 1573

This anonymous 16th century engraving, titled "Portret van paus Pius II," depicts a profile portrait of Pope Pius II in an oval frame. The Pope wears the papal tiara and a richly decorated chasuble. The intricate details of the engravings and the meticulous depiction of the Pope's features give this piece a sense of realism, common in Renaissance portraiture. The engraving's small size (125mm x 112mm) suggests it was likely intended for private use or as part of a collection.