Fotoreproductie van een prent naar een portret van Paus Julius II door Rafaël before 1861

This is a photographic reproduction of a print of a portrait of Pope Julius II by Raphael, created by Gustav Schauer in 1826. This small-scale print depicts the Pope in his papal robes, seated in a chair, with his left hand resting on a book and his right hand holding a piece of fabric. Schauer’s photo reproduction was a popular means of disseminating artwork in the 19th century, providing wider access to masterpieces for a general audience. The image is a fine example of a photo reproduction of a Renaissance painting, featuring details of the original artwork.