Papal Collection (#8)

Portrait of the Pope Jean XIII (Giovanni, Ioannes) (965-972)
GIA714941 Portrait of the Pope Jean XIII (Giovanni, Ioannes) (965-972), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Leon VII (Leo or leone) (936-939), 1898
GIA714935 Portrait of the Pope Leon VII (Leo or leone) (936-939), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Etienne VII (Stephen, stefano or Stephanus) (927-931)
GIA714921 Portrait of the Pope Etienne VII (Stephen, stefano or Stephanus) (927-931), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Paul Ier (Paolo, Paulus) (757-767)
GIA714912 Portrait of the Pope Paul Ier (Paolo, Paulus) (757-767), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Gregoire III (Gregorio or Gregorius) (731-741)
GIA714908 Portrait of the Pope Gregoire III (Gregorio or Gregorius) (731-741), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Sisinnius (Sisinnio) (708), 1898 (engraving with later colouration)
GIA714905 Portrait of the Pope Sisinnius (Sisinnio) (708), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of the Pope Jean VI (Giovanni or Ioannes) (701-705)
GIA714902 Portrait of the Pope Jean VI (Giovanni or Ioannes) (701-705), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Conon (Conone) (686-687), 1898 (engraving with later colouration)
GIA714900 Portrait of the Pope Conon (Conone) (686-687), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of the Pope Adeodat II or Dieudonne (Deusdedit or Adeodatus or Deodatus or
GIA714894 Portrait of the Pope Adeodat II or Dieudonne (Deusdedit or Adeodatus or Deodatus or Adeodato) (672-676), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Boniface III (Bonifacius or Bonifacio) (607-608)
GIA714883 Portrait of the Pope Boniface III (Bonifacius or Bonifacio) (607-608), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Jean Ier (Giovanni I, John, Ioannes) (523-526)
GIA714870 Portrait of the Pope Jean Ier (Giovanni I, John, Ioannes) (523-526), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Leon Ier le Grand (Leo, Leone magno or magnus) (440-461)
GIA714862 Portrait of the Pope Leon Ier le Grand (Leo, Leone magno or magnus) (440-461), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Zosime Ier (Zosimus, Zosimo) (417-418)
GIA714859 Portrait of the Pope Zosime Ier (Zosimus, Zosimo) (417-418), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Sirice (Siricius, Siricio) (384-399)
GIA714855 Portrait of the Pope Sirice (Siricius, Siricio) (384-399), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Jules Ier (Julius I or Iulius or Giulio) (337-352)
GIA714851 Portrait of the Pope Jules Ier (Julius I or Iulius or Giulio) (337-352), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Denys (Dionysius or Dionisio) (259-268)
GIA714836 Portrait of the Pope Denys (Dionysius or Dionisio) (259-268), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Corneille (Cornelius or Cornelio) (251-253)
GIA714831 Portrait of the Pope Corneille (Cornelius or Cornelio) (251-253), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Zephyrin (Zephyrinus or Zefirino or Zefferino) (199-217)
GIA714824 Portrait of the Pope Zephyrin (Zephyrinus or Zefirino or Zefferino) (199-217), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of Pope Clement XI, Seated Half Length, Wearing Papal Robes, Holding a Letter
659284 Portrait of Pope Clement XI, Seated Half Length, Wearing Papal Robes, Holding a Letter, (oil on canvas) by Ghezzi, Pier Leone (1674-1755); 19.5x80 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Walk of Leo XIII in the Vatican Gardens (litho)
2798681 The Walk of Leo XIII in the Vatican Gardens (litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Walk Of Leo XIII In The Vatican Gardens)

Pope Leo XIII Says In Front Of The Phonograph The Words Of The Apostolic Blessing (colour litho)
2798646 Pope Leo XIII Says In Front Of The Phonograph The Words Of The Apostolic Blessing (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Proclamation Of The Holy Year, The Pontifical Cursors Carry The Papal Bull In The Three Churches Of Rome
2798177 The Proclamation Of The Holy Year, The Pontifical Cursors Carry The Papal Bull In The Three Churches Of Rome (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

The convalescence of Pius X, the pontiff in the presence of his sisters, takes the first steps in his... (colour litho)
2815468 The convalescence of Pius X, the pontiff in the presence of his sisters, takes the first steps in his... (colour litho) by Beltrame

An attack in St Peters in Rome, an Istrian bricklayer who shoots priests at the entrance... (colour litho)
2815430 An attack in St Peters in Rome, an Istrian bricklayer who shoots priests at the entrance... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The solemn public consistory, the ceremony for the imposition of hats on the new cardinals (colour litho)
2815184 The solemn public consistory, the ceremony for the imposition of hats on the new cardinals (colour litho) by Beltrame

Pope Julius II (chromolitho)
3623349 Pope Julius II (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pope Julius II. Illustration for one of a series of cigarette cards on the subject of famous)

Pope Gregory XV, c. 1622-23 (oil on canvas)
3545834 Pope Gregory XV, c.1622-23 (oil on canvas) by Guercino (Giovanni Francesco Barbieri) (1591-1666); 133.7x98.4 cm; J

Coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick III, 1452 (engraving)
3647334 Coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick III, 1452 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick III)

The Last Judgment, c. 1540 (fresco)
3472324 The Last Judgment, c.1540 (fresco) by Buonarroti, Michelangelo (1475-1564); 1, 370x1, 220 cm; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: In Christian belief)

Detail of the Tomb of Antipope John XXIII (bronze)
3469869 Detail of the Tomb of Antipope John XXIII (bronze) by Donatello, (c.1386-1466); Museo di Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence

Sinite parvulos (colour litho)
2783975 Sinite parvulos (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sinitis parvulos)

Aeneas Piccolomini kissing the slipper of Pope Eugenius
CTS366792 Aeneas Piccolomini kissing the slipper of Pope Eugenius, after Pinturicchio (pen & brown ink with wash on paper) by Sienese School

Urban VIII carried down the nave of St. Peters (pen & brown ink with body colour
CTS366721 Urban VIII carried down the nave of St. Peters (pen & brown ink with body colour on paper) by Cortona, Pietro da (Berrettini) (1596-1669); 50.5x45.8 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections

The Basilica of St. Paul, built on the tomb in the Cemetery of Lucina
STC384807 The Basilica of St. Paul, built on the tomb in the Cemetery of Lucina, 1833 (etching with brown wash) by Tofanelli

The Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, 1833 (etching with brown wash)
STC384806 The Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, 1833 (etching with brown wash) by Tofanelli, Agostino (1770-1834); Private Collection; (add.info)

Falconet with Arms of Alessandro Farnese, Pope Paul III, 1534-49 (bronze)
490912 Falconet with Arms of Alessandro Farnese, Pope Paul III, 1534-49 (bronze) by Italian School, (16th century); 9.7x148.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Detail of a bird, from the wall decoration of the Popes bedroom, c
XIR177822 Detail of a bird, from the wall decoration of the Popes bedroom, c.1334-62 (fresco) (see also 154784) by French School, (14th century); Palais des Papes, Avignon, France; French

St. Pius, from the Piccolomini altar, 1501-4 (marble)
BAT97654 St. Pius, from the Piccolomini altar, 1501-4 (marble) by Buonarroti, Michelangelo (1475-1564); Duomo, Siena, Italy; Photo eNicol Orsi Battaglini; Italian, out of copyright

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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.