Painting ‘undoubtedly’ by Raphael to go on display in Bradford

Analysis using AI-assisted facial recognition reveals faces in de Brécy Tondo are identical to those in Sistine Madonna

A mystery painting found to be “undoubtedly” by Raphael is to go on public display for the first time in Bradford.

The de Brécy Tondo has been the subject of research and debate for more than 40 years due to its resemblance to Raphael’s Sistine Madonna. Recent analysis using artificial intelligence-assisted, computer-based facial recognition showed the faces in the painting were identical to those in Raphael’s famous altarpiece.