Papal Collection (#2)

A Papal Procession in Piazza San Pietro in Rome, 1628. Creator: Jacob Isaacz van Swanenburg
A Papal Procession in Piazza San Pietro in Rome, 1628

St. Peters Basilica seen from St. Peters Square, Vatican City

A member of the Pontifical Swiss Guard with halberd, St. Peters Basilica, Vatican City

The Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels, Assisi, Perugia district, Umbria, Europe

Italy. Rome. Catacombs of Callixtus. 2nd - 4th centuries. Interior

2nd Century 3rd 4th Ancient Ancient Age Appian
2nd, century, 3rd, 4th, ancient, Ancient, Age, Appian, way, Callixtus, catacomb, catacombs, cemetery, crypt, death, grave, graves, Illuminate, illumination, interior, italian, Italy, narrow, Niche

Cartoon, The Valley of the Shadow of Death, by James Gillray. Depicting Napoleon (ironically in the role of John Bunyan's pilgrim, Christian) having to confront an array of problems

Death taking the hat of the Cardinal as he receives a messenger.. Handcolored engraving by Chretien de Mechel from Hans Holbein's The Triumph of Death

VOTING FOR PIUS XII
After the death of Pius XI, the cardinals gather in the Sistine Chapel of the Vatican, where they will elect Eugenio Pacelli as Pius XII Date: February 1939

Bust of Pope Urban VIII (marble)
1108958 Bust of Pope Urban VIII (marble) by Bernini, Gian Lorenzo (1598-1680); Palazzo Corsini, Gallerie Nazionali Barberini Corsini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Pope Urban VIII (1568-1644)

Pope Urban VIII (marble)
2562058 Pope Urban VIII (marble) by Bernini, Gian Lorenzo (1598-1680); Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Pope Urban VIII (1568-1644), reigned as Pope from 6 August 1623 to his death in 1644

Portrait of Clement IX, 1669 (oil on canvas)
868088 Portrait of Clement IX, 1669 (oil on canvas) by Maratta or Maratti, Carlo (1625-1713); 145x116 cm; Vatican Museums and Galleries

Portrait of Pius VI, 1775 (oil on canvas)
868089 Portrait of Pius VI, 1775 (oil on canvas) by Batoni, Pompeo Girolamo (1708-87); 137.7x98 cm; Vatican Museums and Galleries

Statue of Pope Innocent X, 1645-50 (bronze)
2562059 Statue of Pope Innocent X, 1645-50 (bronze) by Algardi, Alessandro (1598-54); Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: MC inv 1199); Photo © Stefano Baldini

Attack on the Papal Palace in Rome, 1848 (engraving)
3647667 Attack on the Papal Palace in Rome, 1848 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Attack on the Papal Palace in Rome, 1848)

Pope Paul V, 1552 -1621, born Camillo Borghese. From Crabb's Historical Dictionary, published 1825
3039863 Pope Paul V, 1552 -1621, born Camillo Borghese. From Crabb's Historical Dictionary, published 1825. by English School, (19th century); Private Collection

Pope Gregory XIII, 1502 - 1585, born Ugo Boncompagni. From Crabb's Historical Dictionary, published 1825
3039862 Pope Gregory XIII, 1502 - 1585, born Ugo Boncompagni. From Crabb's Historical Dictionary, published 1825. by English School, (19th century); Private Collection

Pope Saint Pius V, 1504 - 1572, born Antonio Ghislieri. From Crabb's Historical Dictionary, published 1825
3039861 Pope Saint Pius V, 1504 - 1572, born Antonio Ghislieri. From Crabb's Historical Dictionary, published 1825. by English School, (19th century); Private Collection

Pope Alexander VI, 1431 - 1503, born Roderic Borgia. From Crabb's Historical Dictionary, published 1825
3039860 Pope Alexander VI, 1431 - 1503, born Roderic Borgia. From Crabb's Historical Dictionary, published 1825. by English School, (19th century); Private Collection

Pope Alexander VII, 1599 - 1667, born Fabio Chigi. From Crabb's Historical Dictionary, published 1825
3039865 Pope Alexander VII, 1599 - 1667, born Fabio Chigi. From Crabb's Historical Dictionary, published 1825. by English School, (19th century); Private Collection

Pope Urban VIII, c. 1568 -1644, born Maffeo Barberini (engraving)
3039864 Pope Urban VIII, c.1568 -1644, born Maffeo Barberini (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Crabb's Historical Dictionary, published 1825.)

Pope Martin V, 1369 -1431, born Otto or Oddone Colonna. From Crabb's Historical Dictionary, published 1825
3039859 Pope Martin V, 1369 -1431, born Otto or Oddone Colonna. From Crabb's Historical Dictionary, published 1825. by English School, (19th century); Private Collection

Detail of Saint Cornelius (gilded & painted wood)
490162 Detail of Saint Cornelius (gilded & painted wood) by Flemish School, (14th century); Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; (add.info.: See also 490162.); © Art in Flanders

Saint Cornelius (gilded & painted wood)
490161 Saint Cornelius (gilded & painted wood) by Flemish School, (14th century); Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Satire on the Papacy, 1555. Creator: Melchior Lorck
Satire on the Papacy, 1555

Pope Clement the Ninth, 1780. Creator: John Hall
Pope Clement the Ninth, 1780

Japanese ambassadors prostrate at the feet of Pope Gregory XIII in 1585, 1850 (hand-coloured engraving)
IND388227 Japanese ambassadors prostrate at the feet of Pope Gregory XIII in 1585, 1850 (hand-coloured engraving) by Spanish School

Charlemagne entering a church followed by prelates, miniature from Chronicles of France (vellum)
IND325857 Charlemagne entering a church followed by prelates, miniature from Chronicles of France (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Musee Goya, Castres

The Death Of Leo XIII, The Public Exposition Of The Body In The Chapel Of The Sacrament In St. Peters (Colour Litho)
2798687 The Death Of Leo XIII, The Public Exposition Of The Body In The Chapel Of The Sacrament In St. Peters (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

The long, ever-growing procession of the little Belgian children (colour litho)
2777608 The long, ever-growing procession of the little Belgian children (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The long)

Illustation of Martin Luthers hymn asking for the help of God against the deadly work of the Pope (engraving)
1127192 Illustation of Martin Luthers hymn asking for the help of God against the deadly work of the Pope (engraving) by German School, (16th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

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Twilight at St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, Rome, Italy. Date: 18/03/2010

The Popes Advance Guard or the "Incroyable"in Rome (Avant garde du pape, ou... late 18th century)
The Popes Advance Guard or the " Incroyable" in Rome (Avant garde du pape, ou l Incroyable a Rome), late 18th century

The Last Papal Assembly (La derniere assemblee papale), June 1796. June 1796. Creator: Anon
The Last Papal Assembly (La derniere assemblee papale), June 1796

The Popes Rear Guard or the Fright of the Reverend Father Corporal (Arriere... late 18th century. Creator: Anon)
The Popes Rear Guard or the Fright of the Reverend Father Corporal (Arriere garde du pape, ou la frayeur du reverend pere caporal), late 18th century

Pope Alexander III presents Doge Ziani with standards and bugles after his defeat of H... ca. 1720. Creator: Anon
Pope Alexander III presents Doge Ziani with standards and bugles after his defeat of Holy Roman Emperor Frederick I Barbarossa

Pope (stained glass)
499370 Pope (stained glass) by Baldovinetti, Alessio (1425-99); Santa Croce, Florence, Italy; Photo © Nicolo Orsi Battaglini; Italian, out of copyright

Martin Luther burning indulgences (litho)
6023240 Martin Luther burning indulgences (litho) by Synge, Edward Millington (1860-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: Martin Luther burning indulgences)

Death of Pope Pius X in his Vatican apartments in the second hour of the 20th century (colour litho)
2815677 Death of Pope Pius X in his Vatican apartments in the second hour of the 20th century (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bishops become Unpopular (engraving)
2788242 Bishops become Unpopular (engraving) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bishops become Unpopular)

Pope Pius II (1405-64) Presides over the Diet of Mantua in 1459, 1503-08 (fresco)
GRL153308 Pope Pius II (1405-64) Presides over the Diet of Mantua in 1459, 1503-08 (fresco) by Pinturicchio, Bernardino di Betto (c.1452-1513); Piccolomini Library, Duomo, Siena

The Tiber, Rome, looking towards the Castel Sant Angelo, with Saint Peters Basilica beyond (oil on canvas)
5984010 The Tiber, Rome, looking towards the Castel Sant Angelo, with Saint Peters Basilica beyond (oil on canvas) by Joli, Antonio (1700-77); 127.1x171.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Joli)

Putto with Papal Insignia, 1475 / 1500. Creator: Unknown
Putto with Papal Insignia, 1475/1500

Pope Pius VII on the Saone, 1805. Creator: Jean-Jacques de Boissieu
Pope Pius VII on the Saone, 1805

Facade of the Palazzo del Senato in Bologna with the Papal arms at center, with temporary decorations for the entry of Pope Clement VIII in Bologna in 1598, 1598

Audience given by Pope Pius V to Cosimo I, Duke of Tuscany, 1575-99

Portrait of the Pope Gregoire VII (Gregorio, Gregorius or Gregory) (1073-1085)
GIA714966 Portrait of the Pope Gregoire VII (Gregorio, Gregorius or Gregory) (1073-1085), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

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"Papal Power: Unveiling the Vatican's Influence in Rome, Italy" Step into a world of divine grandeur at St. Peter's Basilica, the heart of the Vatican in Rome, Italy. This iconic landmark stands as a testament to centuries authority and spiritual significance. One notable figure who left an indelible mark on history was Pope Pius V (1504-1572). As the 225th pope from 1566 to 1572, he played a crucial role in strengthening Catholicism during challenging times. His unwavering devotion and leadership ensured that the faith thrived amidst turmoil. Another revered pontiff is Pope Pius X. Known for his humility and dedication to reforming the Church, he championed traditional values while embracing modernity. His portrait captures his essence during his priestly jubilee celebration - a reminder of his profound impact on Catholicism. Italy itself has a complex history intertwined with papal influence. Prior to its unification, it consisted of fragmented states depicted on old maps like pre-unity Italy map. The battle at Castelfidardo symbolizes one such struggle during Italian unification (1859-1924), where papal forces clashed with those seeking national unity. The Vatican remains an emblematic stronghold for Catholics worldwide; its power extends beyond religious realms. Engravings depict its majestic presence against Rome's skyline—a constant reminder of its historical significance. Delving deeper into history reveals intriguing tales like John Wyclif and the Lollards' dissent against certain papal practices—an early challenge to established dogma that would shape future theological debates. Pope Pius XII's coronation marked another pivotal moment within this ecclesiastical narrative—his reign coincided with tumultuous times such as World War II when moral guidance was desperately sought after by millions around the globe.