Title: Vintage Photograph of the Pope with Apostolic Blessing Request

Medium: Vintage photograph affixed to paper with calligraphic text

Dimensions: Folio

Condition: Good condition, with light age-related toning and foxing

Description:
A large circular vintage photograph of the Pope seated in a half-length pose, wearing a cassock, mozetta, and zucchetto. The photograph is affixed to a large sheet of paper, beneath which is a calligraphic text framed by a decorative border. The text records a request for the Apostolic Blessing from Natale Fumagalli and his wife on their Golden Wedding anniversary. Estimated to be from circa 1930, this piece combines religious significance with elegant presentation.