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Giulio De Medici Collection

Giulio de Medici, also known as Pope Clement VII, played a significant role in the political and cultural landscape of Renaissance Italy

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: The Golden Bull of Clement VII. confirming Henry VIII. in the title of Defender of the Faith

The Golden Bull of Clement VII. confirming Henry VIII. in the title of Defender of the Faith, 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Golden Bull of Clement VII. confirming Henry VIII. in the title of Defender of the Faith, 1860. The title...which forms a part of the Royal style of British Sovereigns

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: The Golden Bull of Clement VII. confirming Henry VIII. in the title of Defender of the Faith

The Golden Bull of Clement VII. confirming Henry VIII. in the title of Defender of the Faith, 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Golden Bull of Clement VII. confirming Henry VIII. in the title of Defender of the Faith, 1860. The title...which forms a part of the Royal style of British Sovereigns

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: Portrait of Pope Clement VII (1478-1534), 1526. Creator: Piombo, Sebastiano, del (1485-1547)

Portrait of Pope Clement VII (1478-1534), 1526. Creator: Piombo, Sebastiano, del (1485-1547)
Portrait of Pope Clement VII (1478-1534), 1526. Found in the Collection of the Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: King Henry the Eighth and Anna Bullen, ca. 1728. Creator: William Hogarth

King Henry the Eighth and Anna Bullen, ca. 1728. Creator: William Hogarth
King Henry the Eighth and Anna Bullen, ca. 1728

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: Pope Leo X and Cardinals Ludovico de Rossi and Giulio de Medici. Copy after Raphael, 1821

Pope Leo X and Cardinals Ludovico de Rossi and Giulio de Medici. Copy after Raphael, 1821

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: Fontana di Belvedere aFrascati... 1691 or after. Creator: Giovanni Battista Falda

Fontana di Belvedere aFrascati... 1691 or after. Creator: Giovanni Battista Falda
Fontana di Belvedere a Frascati, fabricata sopra il piano dell antecedente di qva, e di la, col medesimo disegno et architettura, 1691 or after

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: Pope Clement VII marrying Catherine de Medici and Henri II of France, 28th October 1533

Pope Clement VII marrying Catherine de Medici and Henri II of France, 28th October 1533
741960 Pope Clement VII marrying Catherine de Medici and Henri II of France, 28th October 1533, from the Sala di Clemente VII (fresco) by Vasari

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: Pope Clement VII (1478-1534) marrying Catherine de Medici (1519-1589)

Pope Clement VII (1478-1534) marrying Catherine de Medici (1519-1589) and Henri II of France (1519-59)
ALI239525 Pope Clement VII (1478-1534) marrying Catherine de Medici (1519-1589) and Henri II of France (1519-59) 28th October 1533

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: The Coronation of Charles V (1500-58) from The Tapestry of Charles Quint, c

The Coronation of Charles V (1500-58) from The Tapestry of Charles Quint, c
XIR244102 The Coronation of Charles V (1500-58) from The Tapestry of Charles Quint, c.1630-40 (tapestry) (detail of 167804) by Flemish School, (17th century); Musee du Temps, Besancon

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: Leo X with Cardinals Giulio de Medici and Luigi de Rossi

Leo X with Cardinals Giulio de Medici and Luigi de Rossi
886498 Leo X with Cardinals Giulio de Medici and Luigi de Rossi, 1517-18 (oil on panel) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); 154x119 cm; Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: The Coronation of Charles V (1500-58) from The Tapestry of Charles Quint, c

The Coronation of Charles V (1500-58) from The Tapestry of Charles Quint, c
XIR167804 The Coronation of Charles V (1500-58) from The Tapestry of Charles Quint, c.1630-40 (tapestry) by Flemish School, (17th century); 410x515 cm; Musee du Temps, Besancon

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: Plate 3: Charles V Crowned Emperor entering Rome with the Pope

Plate 3: Charles V Crowned Emperor entering Rome with the Pope, from the Triumphs of Charles V, 1614

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: Ceremonial Procession in Bologna on 5 November 1529, on the Occasion of Charles Vs Coronation by Po

Ceremonial Procession in Bologna on 5 November 1529, on the Occasion of Charles Vs Coronation by Pope Clement VII, 1530. Private Collection

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: Portrait of Pope Clement VII (1478-1534)

Portrait of Pope Clement VII (1478-1534). Found in the Collection of Art History Museum, Vienne

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: Pope Clement VII crowned Charles V in Bologna, 1556-1562. Artist: Vasari, Giorgio (1511-1574)

Pope Clement VII crowned Charles V in Bologna, 1556-1562. Artist: Vasari, Giorgio (1511-1574)
Pope Clement VII crowned Charles V in Bologna, 1556-1562. Found in the collection of the Palazzo Vecchio, Florence

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: Papst Leo X. 1475-1521, 1934

Papst Leo X. 1475-1521, 1934. Pope Leo X (1475-1521), Giulio de Medici (the future Pope Clement VII; 1478-1534) and Cardinal de Rossi. From Die Groszen der Weltgelchichte

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: Bull of Pope Clement VII. Against Henry VIIIs Divorce, 1530, (1903)

Bull of Pope Clement VII. Against Henry VIIIs Divorce, 1530, (1903). From Social England, Volume III, edited by H.D. Traill, D.C.L. and J. S. Mann, M.A

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: Pope Leo X, Giulio de Medici (the future Pope Clement VII) and Cardinal de Rossi, 1882

Pope Leo X, Giulio de Medici (the future Pope Clement VII) and Cardinal de Rossi, 1882
Pope Leo X (1475-1521), Giulio de Medici (the future Pope Clement VII; 1478-1534) and Cardinal de Rossi, 1882. Original held by the Pitti Palace

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: Renaissance Art in Italy: Raphael, (c1900)

Renaissance Art in Italy: Raphael, (c1900). Raphael Sanzio (1483-1520) working on his portrait of Pope Leo X and Cardinals Giulio de Medici and Rossi. French advertisement for Liebigs extract of meat

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: Portrait of Pope Leo X with Cardinals Giulio de Medici and Luigi de Rossi, ca 1518

Portrait of Pope Leo X with Cardinals Giulio de Medici and Luigi de Rossi, ca 1518. Artist: Raphael (1483-1520)
Portrait of Pope Leo X with Cardinals Giulio de Medici and Luigi de Rossi, ca 1518. Found in the collection of the Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: Pope Clement VII, from The National and Domestic History of England by

Pope Clement VII, from The National and Domestic History of England by
KW322662 Pope Clement VII, from The National and Domestic History of England by William Hickman Smith Aubrey (1858-1916) published London, c.1890 (litho) by English School

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: The Coronation of Charles V (1500-58) Holy Roman Emperor (oil on canvas)

The Coronation of Charles V (1500-58) Holy Roman Emperor (oil on canvas)
XIR167808 The Coronation of Charles V (1500-58) Holy Roman Emperor (oil on canvas) by Schut, Cornelius I (1597-1655); Musee Ingres, Montauban

Background imageGiulio De Medici Collection: PREL2A-00038

PREL2A-00038
Pope Clement VII, originally named Giulio de Medici. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a painting by Bronzino



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Giulio de Medici, also known as Pope Clement VII, played a significant role in the political and cultural landscape of Renaissance Italy. Born in 1478, he ascended to the papal throne in 1523 and faced numerous challenges during his reign. One notable event was his marriage ceremony between Catherine de Medici and Henri II of France on October 28th, 1533. This union not only strengthened diplomatic ties but also showcased the power and influence of the Medici family. Another remarkable moment captured in history is Giulio de Medici's presence at the Coronation of Charles V. The grand tapestry depicting this event showcases the opulence and splendor that characterized European royal ceremonies during that era. In addition to his political endeavors, Giulio de Medici had close relationships with other influential figures such as Cardinals Luigi de Rossi and Leo X. These connections allowed him to navigate through complex alliances within the Catholic Church. The artistic world was not untouched by Giulio's patronage either. The Fontana di Belvedere in Frascati stands as a testament to his support for architectural projects. Created by Giovanni Battista Falda after 1691, this fountain exemplifies beauty blending with functionality. Pope Clement VII's legacy extends beyond these specific events; he left an indelible mark on history through various portraits capturing his likeness throughout time. Artists like Giorgio Vasari immortalized him through their brushstrokes or sculptures. Despite facing tumultuous times marked by wars and conflicts, Giulio de Medici managed to navigate through treacherous waters while leaving behind a lasting impact on Italian politics, art, and culture.