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MUSSOLINI AND PIUS MEET
Pope Pio XI receives Mussolini at the Vatican, Rome Date: 11 February 1932
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Media ID 23030886
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1932 Meet Mussolini Pius Pope Receives Vatican
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring history into your home with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Mussolini and Pius Meet" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a significant moment in history as Pope Pius XI welcomes Italian dictator Benito Mussolini to the Vatican on February 11, 1932. Printed on high-quality canvas and expertly coated with a protective finish, our Canvas Prints bring out the rich colors and intricate details of this iconic photograph. Add a touch of history and sophistication to your living space with this unique and thought-provoking piece.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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11 February 1932: A Historical Encounter - Mussolini and Pius XI Meet at the Vatican This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the complex relationship between the Catholic Church and Fascist Italy, as depicted in the historic meeting between Pope Pius XI and Benito Mussolini at the Vatican in Rome on 11 February 1932. Mussolini, the charismatic and controversial leader of Fascist Italy, had come to power in 1922, and his regime had been marked by authoritarianism, nationalism, and anti-clericalism. The Vatican, under the leadership of Pope Pius XI, had been a vocal critic of Fascist policies, particularly those that threatened the Church's autonomy and the religious freedoms of the Italian people. Despite their differences, the meeting between the Pope and Mussolini was a significant event in the history of both Italy and the Catholic Church. The encounter was seen as an attempt to ease tensions between the Church and the Fascist regime, and to find a way to coexist peacefully. In the photograph, Mussolini, dressed in his black Fascist uniform, stands respectfully before the Pope, who is seated in his papal throne. The Pope, dressed in his papal robes, looks sternly at Mussolini, his expression betraying a mixture of wariness and determination. The room is adorned with ornate frescoes and tapestries, adding to the grandeur of the occasion. The meeting between Mussolini and Pius XI was just one chapter in the long and complex history of the relationship between the Catholic Church and the Italian state. While the encounter did not lead to a complete resolution of the tensions between the two, it marked a significant step towards a more peaceful coexistence. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the complexities of Italian history and the intricate relationship between religion and politics. It is a testament to the enduring power of diplomacy and the importance of dialogue in resolving even the most contentious issues.
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