Fotoreproductie van een getekende voorstudie voor de Hemicycle door Paul Delaroche before 1858

This photo reproduction of a preliminary drawing for Paul Delaroche's *The Hemicycle* is attributed to the American artist, Robert Jefferson Bingham, who was known for his skills in printmaking and photographic reproduction. Delaroche's *The Hemicycle*, a monumental painting completed in 1841, depicts a gathering of historical figures who have contributed to the development of the arts, making this preliminary sketch a significant piece of art history. The sketch provides a glimpse into Delaroche's creative process, showcasing the initial stages of the composition and the development of the figures in a long procession.