Portret van de patriarch Ignatius Antonius I Samheri 1855

This lithograph portrait of Ignatius Antonius I Samheri, Patriarch of the Syriac Catholic Church, was created by Zéphirin Belliard in 1855. The work depicts Samheri in a three-quarter view, wearing traditional Syriac Catholic religious clothing. The image captures Samheri's regal bearing and dignified expression, highlighting the importance of religious leaders in the mid-19th century. Belliard's meticulous rendering of the details of Samheri's attire and facial features reveals the artist's attention to realism. The artwork is a valuable historical document offering a glimpse into the life and appearance of a prominent religious figure.