Pius Ix Collection (#2)

Pius IX Railroad Car Gustave Le Gray French 1820
Pius IXs Railroad Car; Gustave Le Gray (French, 1820 - 1884); Rome, Lazio, Italy; 1859; Albumen silver print

The return of Pope Pius IX to Rome, 1849. Artist: Briullov, Karl Pavlovich (1799-1852)
The return of Pope Pius IX to Rome, 1849. Private Collection

Pope Pius IX, 1946. Artist: Felix Hilaire Buhot
Pope Pius IX, 1946. Pius IX (born Giovanni Maria Mastai-Ferretti, 1792-1878) was Pope from 16 June 1846 until his death in 1878

Roma - Basilica of St Lawrence. - Tomb of Pius IX, 1910. From Cento Vedute Classiche di Roma. [Enrico Verdesi, Rome, 1910]

Alphonsus Maria de Liguori (1696-1787), c. 1910s
Alphonsus Maria de Liguori (1696-1787), was an Italian Catholic bishop, spiritual writer, scholastic philosopher and theologian. He was canonized in 1839 by Pope Gregory XVI (1765-1846)

Pope Pius IX, (1792-1878). Born Giovanni Maria Mastai Ferretti, Pius IX was elected Pope in 1846. His pontificate was the longest of the post-apostolic era

Pope Pius IX, (1900). Artist: Chiassi
Pope Pius IX, (1900). Giovanni Maria Mastai Ferretti (1792-1878) was elected Pope in 1846. Pius IX was the longest reigning Pope of the post-apostolic era

The First Vatican Council, Rome, 8 December 1869. Pope Pius IX (1792-1878), Pope from 1846, addressing the First Vatican Council

Pope Pius IX, 1869-1899. Born Giovanni Maria Mastai Ferretti (1792-1878), Pius IX became Pope in 1846. He is shown opening the first Vatican Council in 1869

Pope Pius IX, 1846. Born Giovanni Maria Mastai Ferretti (1792-1878), Pius IX was elected Pope in 1846. His pontificate was the longest of the post-apostolic era

Pope Pius IX. Giovanni Maria Mastai Ferretti (1792-1878) was elected Pope in 1846. Pius IX was the longest reigning Pope of the post-apostolic era

Giuseppe Garibaldi trying to persuade Pope Pius IX, 1860. Artist: John Tenniel
Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807-82) trying to persuade Pope Pius IX that the Cap of Liberty would be far more comfortable than the Papal crown, 1860

Discussion over the future ruler of unified Italy, 1860
Discussion over the future ruler of unified Italy, 1960. Garibaldi asking Victor Emmanuel II if he will carry on the game for Italy

Italy in Rome, 1870. Artist: Joseph Swain
Italy in Rome, 1870. King Victor Emmanuel II of Italy takes the sword of Temporal Power from Pope Pius IX who hangs on to his keys

A Red Study, 1875. Artist: Joseph Swain
A Red Study, 1875. This cartoon shows Dr Henry Edward Manning gazing into the fire. Manning had in fact been one of the leaders of the Oxford Movement, but converted to Roman Catholicism in 1851

The Vatican Hatter, 1874. Artist: Joseph Swain
The Vatican Hatter, 1874 - who looks very like Pope Pius IX - shows the new Archbishop of Westminster a cardinals hat and apologises that he hasn t got one to fit Dr Manning

The Popes Mad Bull, 1865. Artist: John Tenniel
The Popes Mad Bull, 1865. At the end of 1864, Pope Pius IX had issued an Encyclical Letter that itemised all the practices and beliefs of the modern world previously condemned by his holiness

Relieving Guard at The Vatican, 1864. Artist: John Tenniel
Relieving Guard at The Vatican, 1864. France says to Italy: You mustn t let nobody outside annoy the Party inside; and you musn t let the Party inside annoy nobody Outside

The Eldest Son of the Church, 1860. This cartoon shows Pope Pius IX staring out over the bedclothes at the French Emperor, Napoleon III

A Good Offer, 1860. Garibaldi remarks to the pope Take to this cap, Papa Pius. You will find it more comfortable than your own

Notice to Quit, 1861. Pope Pius IX, dressed as a cook with her papal crown partially hidden by a large mob cap, is being given notice by the master of the house, Louis Napoleon

The Next Refugee, or a Drheam of the Futur, 1859. Pro Nono I want-a, to go to Ley-chesterra Squarra! Pope Pius IX, clutching his shopping basket like a housewife, with his umbrella and box of relics

Guy Fawkes for 1859, 1859. Victor Emmanuel of Italy on the left, and Napoleon III on the right, preparing to burn Pope Pius IX on a bonfire

Source Size = 3787 x 5018
Rome: an Audience with Pius Ix, in the Vatican

FIRST VATICAN COUNCIL, 1869. The oecumenical council of the Vatican, convened December 8th 1869. Lithograph, c1870

GERMANY: KULTURKAMPF, 1875. Pope Pius IX moving his game piece, the encyclical Quod nunquam of 5 February 1875, against Otto von Bismarcks anti-clerical moves on the chessboard of Kulturkampf

POPE PIUS IX (1792-1878). Pope, 1846-1878. Photographed in 1875 at the Vatican

PAPAL-INFALLIBILITY CARTOON. An American cartoon of 1870 by Thomas Nast satirizing Pope Pius IX and the dogma of papal infallibility promulgated at the First Vatican Council of 1869-1870

Pius IX blessing the Bourbon of Naples Royal Family, by Francois or Frans Vervloet, oil on canvas
Francois or Frans Vervloet (1795-1872). Pius IX blessing the Bourbon of Naples royal family, the people and troops in Gaeta. Oil on canvas, 138x236 cm

Pius IX (1792-1878). Italian pope, named Giovanni Maria Mastai-Ferretti. Elected in 1846. Convened the First Vatican Council (1869-70). Engraving

POPE PIUS IX (1792-1878). German steel engraving, 19th century

1st VATICAN COUNCIL, 1869. Reading out the decrees in the Papal Great Chamber of the First Vatican Council at Rome, convened by Pope Pius IX, 8 December 1869. Contemporary wood engraving

1st VATICAN COUNCIL, 1869. The procession of the Bishops entering the Council Chamber of the First Vatican Council at Rome, Italy, convened by Pope Pius IX, 8 December 1869

POPE PIUS IX (1792-1878). Pope, 1846-1878. Lithograph after an original engraving by John Sartain (1808-1897)

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Pope Pius IX, born Giovanni Maria Mastai Ferretti in 1792, was an influential figure during the tumultuous times of the 19th century. As the Italian pope, he played a significant role in various historical events and faced numerous challenges throughout his reign. One notable event that marked Pius IX's papacy was the Kulturkampf in Germany in 1875. This political conflict between the Catholic Church and the German government led to tensions and restrictions on religious practices. In response, Pope Pius IX strategically moved his game piece by issuing the encyclical Quod nunquam, asserting his authority and defending Catholic rights. Another aspect of Pius IX's legacy was his involvement with Italy's Risorgimento movement. During this period of national unification, he found himself at odds with figures like Garibaldi, who fought for a unified Italy free from papal control. However, despite their differences, there were instances where Pope Pius IX showed compassion towards Garibaldian prisoners visiting them at Castle Sant Angelo in Rome. Anti-clericalism also posed a challenge to Pope Pius IX's leadership as depicted in cartoons from the Commune era of 1871. These satirical illustrations highlighted societal resistance against religious influence and questioned clerical authority within politics. Throughout his papacy, Pope Pius IX faced criticism both domestically and internationally. Caricatures such as "The Real Italian Brigand Chief" portrayed him negatively while emphasizing public sentiment against him during those times. Despite these challenges, Pope Pius IX made significant decisions that impacted society positively too. For instance, he decreed a general amnesty for political detainees on July 16th, 1846 - freeing revolutionaries imprisoned for their beliefs - showcasing acts of mercy amidst turbulent times. Pope Pius IX's influence extended beyond Italy; even during France's Second Empire (1852-1870), his presence was felt.