Papal Collection (#9)

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

A picturesque Catholic festival in Asmara (Eritrea) (colour litho)
2809254 A picturesque Catholic festival in Asmara (Eritrea) (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A picturesque Catholic festival in Asmara (Eritrea)

The Sumptuous And Moving Ceremony Of The Coronation Of Pius XI (colour litho)
2809078 The Sumptuous And Moving Ceremony Of The Coronation Of Pius XI (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The solemn ceremony in St. Peters for the sanctification of Joan of Arc (colour litho)
2808899 The solemn ceremony in St. Peters for the sanctification of Joan of Arc (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The solemn ceremony in St)

Conciliation (colour litho)
2783548 Conciliation (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Conciliation. Vittorio Emanuele III and Pius XI met on 5 December in the Vatican)

Pius II convened in Mantova for diet organized to plan Crusade against Turks
AIS5387474 Pius II convened in Mantova for diet organized to plan Crusade against Turks, detail of Stories of Pius II, 1503-1508 (fresco) by Pinturicchio

Letters of Indulgence granted by Pope Nicholas V, printed at Mentz, 1455 (litho)
2787023 Letters of Indulgence granted by Pope Nicholas V, printed at Mentz, 1455 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The verification of the death of Pius IX by means of the silver hammer
TPG385491 The verification of the death of Pius IX by means of the silver hammer, from the Revista illustrata, 24th February 1878 (litho) by Joris

Scenes from around Europe (coloured engraving)
5998859 Scenes from around Europe (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scenes from around Europe)

Pope Leo X, excommunicating Luther as a heretic (litho)
6005031 Pope Leo X, excommunicating Luther as a heretic (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pope Leo X, excommunicating Luther as a heretic)

Lucifer and the Pope in Hell, c. 1794-96 (colour etching)
5854537 Lucifer and the Pope in Hell, c.1794-96 (colour etching) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 19.9x27.4 cm; Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino, CA

Pope Leo XIII, pub. 1878 (colour litho)
2646257 Pope Leo XIII, pub. 1878 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vincenzo Gioacchino Raffaele Luigi Pecci (1810-1903)

A View of Saint Peters Square Under Berninis Columns
827613 A View of Saint Peters Square Under Berninis Columns, the Sistine Chapel and Papal Palace Beyond; Une Vue de la Place Saint Pierre de Dessous les Colonnades du Bernin

The Head of Pope Urban VIII (recto), (black and white chalk on light brown paper)
827547 The Head of Pope Urban VIII (recto), (black and white chalk on light brown paper) by Cortona, Pietro da (Berrettini) (1596-1669); 40x24.5

Martin Luther burns the Papal Bull in 1520 (colour litho)
3641287 Martin Luther burns the Papal Bull in 1520 (colour litho) by Lessing, Carl Friedrich (1808-80) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Martin Luther burns the Papal Bull in 1520)

Pope Leo X (engraving)
3647384 Pope Leo X (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pope Leo X (1475-1521). Illustration for Weltgeschichte Fur Das Volk by Otto von Corvin

Martin Luther leaving the Popes legate in Wittenberg, Thomas Cajetan (top)
3647713 Martin Luther leaving the Popes legate in Wittenberg, Thomas Cajetan (top). Martin Luther leaving the city of Augsburg (bottom) (engraving) by Konig

The Holy Roman Emperor Frederick III and the Empress Eleanor receiving Holy Communion from the Pope (engraving)
3646300 The Holy Roman Emperor Frederick III and the Empress Eleanor receiving Holy Communion from the Pope (engraving) by Burgkmair

Pope Nicholas V presiding over the marriage of the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick III and Eleanor of Portugal in Rome
3646299 Pope Nicholas V presiding over the marriage of the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick III and Eleanor of Portugal in Rome, 1452 (engraving) by Burgkmair

Pope Nicholas V crowning Frederick III Holy Roman Emperor in Rome, 1452 (engraving)
3646298 Pope Nicholas V crowning Frederick III Holy Roman Emperor in Rome, 1452 (engraving) by Burgkmair, Hans (c.1473-1531) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of the Pope Pie IV (Pius or Pio)(1559-1565), 1898
GIA715047 Portrait of the Pope Pie IV (Pius or Pio)(1559-1565), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Benoit XIV (benedetto, Benedict or Benedictus) (1740-1758)
GIA715037 Portrait of the Pope Benoit XIV (benedetto, Benedict or Benedictus) (1740-1758), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Eugene IV (Eugenio, Eugenius) (1431-1447)
GIA715017 Portrait of the Pope Eugene IV (Eugenio, Eugenius) (1431-1447), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Paul III (Paolo, Paulus or Alessandro Farnese) (1534-1549)
GIA715011 Portrait of the Pope Paul III (Paolo, Paulus or Alessandro Farnese) (1534-1549), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Nicolas IV (Nicola, Nicholas or Nicolo or Niccolo or Nicolaus
GIA714998 Portrait of the Pope Nicolas IV (Nicola, Nicholas or Nicolo or Niccolo or Nicolaus) (1288-1292), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Urbain V (Urban or Urbanus or Urbano) (1362-1370)
GIA714988 Portrait of the Pope Urbain V (Urban or Urbanus or Urbano) (1362-1370), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Clement VI (Clemente or Clemens) (1342-1352)
GIA714986 Portrait of the Pope Clement VI (Clemente or Clemens) (1342-1352), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Clement V (Clemente or Clemens) (1305-1314)
GIA714983 Portrait of the Pope Clement V (Clemente or Clemens) (1305-1314), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Gregoire V (Gregorio, Gregorius or Gregory) (996-999)
GIA714948 Portrait of the Pope Gregoire V (Gregorio, Gregorius or Gregory) (996-999), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Gregoire Ier le Grand (Gregory the Great or Gregorio Magno or
GIA714881 Portrait of the Pope Gregoire Ier le Grand (Gregory the Great or Gregorio Magno or Gregorius Magnus) (590-604), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Agapet Ier (Agapit or Agapetus or Agapito I) (535-536)
GIA714874 Portrait of the Pope Agapet Ier (Agapit or Agapetus or Agapito I) (535-536), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Antipope Felix II (Felice) (355-365), 1898
GIA714853 Portrait of the Antipope Felix II (Felice) (355-365), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Sylvestre Ier (Silvestre or Sylvester or Silvestro) (314-335)
GIA714849 Portrait of the Pope Sylvestre Ier (Silvestre or Sylvester or Silvestro) (314-335), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Lucius Ier (Lucio I) (253-254), 1898
GIA714832 Portrait of the Pope Lucius Ier (Lucio I) (253-254), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of the Pope Serge II (Sergius, Sergio) (844-847)
GIA714813 Portrait of the Pope Serge II (Sergius, Sergio) (844-847), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Valentin (Valentino, Valentine or Valentinus) (827)
GIA714811 Portrait of the Pope Valentin (Valentino, Valentine or Valentinus) (827), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Jules II (Giulio II Julius, 1503-1513)
GIA714807 Portrait of the Pope Jules II (Giulio II Julius, 1503-1513), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

The definitive tomb of Pope Pius XI in the Vatican Grottoes, in St. Peters (colour litho)
2778538 The definitive tomb of Pope Pius XI in the Vatican Grottoes, in St. Peters (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

After the raid on Rome (colour litho)
2784237 After the raid on Rome (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: After the raid on Rome)

In the presence of the Cardinal Legate and the representatives of the Order of Benedictines of Everything
2783626 In the presence of the Cardinal Legate and the representatives of the Order of Benedictines of Everything... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Portrait of the Pope Clement XI (Clemente or Clemens) (1700-1721)
GIA715033 Portrait of the Pope Clement XI (Clemente or Clemens) (1700-1721), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Innocent X (Innocenzo, Innocentius or Giovanni Battista Pamphili
GIA715025 Portrait of the Pope Innocent X (Innocenzo, Innocentius or Giovanni Battista Pamphili) (1644-1655), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Leon X (Leo, Leone or Giovanni de Leorenzo de Medicis) (1513-1521)
GIA715007 Portrait of the Pope Leon X (Leo, Leone or Giovanni de Leorenzo de Medicis) (1513-1521), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Jean XXII (Giovanni, Ioannes) (1316-1334)
GIA714984 Portrait of the Pope Jean XXII (Giovanni, Ioannes) (1316-1334), 1898 (engraving with later colouration) by Italian School

Portrait of the Pope Innocent III (Innocenzo, Innocentius) (1198-1216)
GIA714972 Portrait of the Pope Innocent III (Innocenzo, Innocentius) (1198-1216), 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.