The Vatican Collection (page 3)

Italy, Lazio, Rome, Ponte, Church of San Salvatore in Lauro and St. Peters Basilica beyond

Italy, Lazio, Rome, Ponte, Church of San Salvatore in Lauro and St. Peters Basilica beyond

Italy, Lazio, Rome, Ponte Sant Angelo

Italy, Lazio, Rome, The Vatican, St Peters Square from St Peter s
Italy, Lazio, Rome, The Vatican, St Peters Square from St Peters Basilica

Italy, Lazio, Rome, River Tiber, St. Peters Basilica

Italy, Lazio, Rome, View of St. Peters Basilica and Vittorio Emanuele II Bridge

Prophet Jeremiah, 1508-12 (fresco)
7412483 Prophet Jeremiah, 1508-12 (fresco) by Buonarroti, Michelangelo (1475-1564); Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; Photo © Fine Art Images

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The Creation of Adam, 1508-12 (fresco)
7412487 The Creation of Adam, 1508-12 (fresco) by Buonarroti, Michelangelo (1475-1564); Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: By Michelangelo); Photo © Fine Art Images

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Armorial plate with a shield surmounted by a papal tiara and crossed keys, 1503 (earthenware)
7394054 Armorial plate with a shield surmounted by a papal tiara and crossed keys, 1503 (earthenware) by Italian School, (16th century); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Statue of Saint Ignatius of Loyola inside Saint Peter's basilica, Vatican City, Italy
5309830 Statue of Saint Ignatius of Loyola inside Saint Peter's basilica, Vatican City, Italy by Rusconi, Camillo (1658-1728); St

Statue of St. Helena in St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, Italy, 1639 (marble)
5309826 Statue of St. Helena in St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, Italy, 1639 (marble) by Bolgi, Andrea (1605-56); St. Peter's, Vatican City; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Statue of Saint Benedict inside Saint Peter's basilica, Vatican City, Italy, 1735 (marble)
5309835 Statue of Saint Benedict inside Saint Peter's basilica, Vatican City, Italy, 1735 (marble) by Montauti, Antonio (c.1685-1740); St. Peter's, Vatican City; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Statue of Saint Francis of Paola inside Saint Peter's basilica, Vatican City, Italy, 1732 (marble)
5309831 Statue of Saint Francis of Paola inside Saint Peter's basilica, Vatican City, Italy, 1732 (marble) by Maini, Giovanni Battista (1690-1752); St

Statue of Saint Camillus de Lellis inside Saint Peter's basilica, Vatican City, Italy, 1753 (marble)
5309829 Statue of Saint Camillus de Lellis inside Saint Peter's basilica, Vatican City, Italy, 1753 (marble) by Pacilli, Pietro (1720-73); St

Theology, 1508, Raphael, 1483-1520, ceiling of the room of the signature, Raphael rooms, fresco, Vatican museums, Rome
868143 Theology, 1508, Raphael, 1483-1520, ceiling of the room of the signature, Raphael rooms, fresco, Vatican museums, Rome

Poetry, 1508, Raphael, 1483-1520, ceiling of the room of the signature, Raphael rooms, fresco, Vatican museums, Rome
868144 Poetry, 1508, Raphael, 1483-1520, ceiling of the room of the signature, Raphael rooms, fresco, Vatican museums, Rome

The Baptism of Constantine, 1517-1524 (fresco)
868137 The Baptism of Constantine, 1517-1524 (fresco) by Penni, Giovanni Francesco (il Fattore) (c.1488-1528); (add.info.: Emperor Constantine I (272-337)

Justice, 1508, Raphael, 1483-1520, ceiling of the room of the signature, Raphael rooms, fresco, Vatican museums, Rome
868142 Justice, 1508, Raphael, 1483-1520, ceiling of the room of the signature, Raphael rooms, fresco, Vatican museums, Rome

Throne of St Peter in Glory, by Bernini, Interior of St Peter's Cathedral, Vatican, Rome, Italy
5309836 Throne of St Peter in Glory, by Bernini, Interior of St Peter's Cathedral, Vatican, Rome, Italy by Bernini, Gian Lorenzo (1598-1680); St

Detail from the Disputation of the Sacrament Fresco by the Italian Renaissance artist Raphael
5305495 Detail from the Disputation of the Sacrament Fresco by the Italian Renaissance artist Raphael by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Vatican Museums and Galleries

Cardinal and theological virtues, 1511, Raphael, 1483-1520, room of the signature, Raphael rooms, fresco
868138 Cardinal and theological virtues, 1511, Raphael, 1483-1520, room of the signature, Raphael rooms, fresco, Vatican museums, Rome

Liberation of St Peter, by Raphael and his assistant Giulio Romano, 1514 (fresco)
3914242 Liberation of St Peter, by Raphael and his assistant Giulio Romano, 1514 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Vatican Museums and Galleries

Christ as sol iustitiae, 1508, Pietro Vannucci, called the Perugino, fresco
868150 Christ as sol iustitiae, 1508, Pietro Vannucci, called the Perugino, fresco, ceiling of the room of the fire in the borgo, Raphael's rooms, vatican museums, Rome

Statue of Saint Bruno inside Saint Peter's basilica, Vatican City, Italy, 1744 (marble)
5309838 Statue of Saint Bruno inside Saint Peter's basilica, Vatican City, Italy, 1744 (marble) by Slodtz, Rene Michel (Michel-Ange) (1705-64); St

Noah leaving the ark, ceiling of the stanza di Eliodoro, room of Heliodorus (fresco)
3558959 Noah leaving the ark, ceiling of the stanza di Eliodoro, room of Heliodorus (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Vatican Museums and Galleries

Christ tempted by the devil, 1508, Pietro Vannucci, called the Perugino, fresco
868151 Christ tempted by the devil, 1508, Pietro Vannucci, called the Perugino, fresco, ceiling of the room of the fire in the borgo, Raphael's rooms, vatican museums, Rome

The oath of Leo III, 1516-1517, Raphael, 1483-1520, fresco, room of the fire in the borgo, Raphael's rooms
868148 The oath of Leo III, 1516-1517, Raphael, 1483-1520, fresco, room of the fire in the borgo, Raphael's rooms, vatican museums, Rome

Descent of the holy spirit, Hall of the Mysteries of the Faith, Borgia Apartments (fresco)
3362186 Descent of the holy spirit, Hall of the Mysteries of the Faith, Borgia Apartments (fresco) by Pinturicchio, Bernardino di Betto (c.1452-1513) (& studio); Vatican Museums and Galleries

Sixtus IV appointing Platina as prefect of the Vatican library, 15th century (fresco)
7145992 Sixtus IV appointing Platina as prefect of the Vatican library, 15th century (fresco) by Forli, Melozzo da (1438-94); Vatican Museums and Galleries

Codex Coner: Part-plan of St Peter's, c. 1515 (pen & ink with wash on paper)
7386944 Codex Coner: Part-plan of St Peter's, c.1515 (pen & ink with wash on paper) by Bernardo Della Volpaia (b.c.1475); Courtesy of the Trustees of Sir John Soane's Museum

The battle of Ostia, 1516-1517, Raphael, 1483-1520, fresco, room of the fire in the borgo, Raphael's rooms
868147 The battle of Ostia, 1516-1517, Raphael, 1483-1520, fresco, room of the fire in the borgo, Raphael's rooms, vatican museums, Rome

Colossal head of Athena Promachos (marble)
3362129 Colossal head of Athena Promachos (marble) by Roman, (2nd century); Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Colossal head of Athena)

The School of Athens, detail of Parmenides, Scala della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco)
3362165 The School of Athens, detail of Parmenides, Scala della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Vatican Museums and Galleries

Euclid or Archimedes: detail from the School of Athens in the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco)
3362162 Euclid or Archimedes: detail from the School of Athens in the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Vatican Museums and Galleries

Aristotle and Plato: detail from the School of Athens in the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco)
3362158 Aristotle and Plato: detail from the School of Athens in the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Photo © Stefano Baldini

Statue of Artemis (marble & bronze)
3362124 Statue of Artemis (marble & bronze) by Roman, (2nd century); Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info)

The Liberation of Saint Peter (detail) from a fresco painting by the Italian High Renaissance artist Raphael
5305492 The Liberation of Saint Peter (detail) from a fresco painting by the Italian High Renaissance artist Raphael by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520)

Statue of Saint John of God inside Saint Peter's basilica, Vatican City, Italy, 1745 (marble)
5309834 Statue of Saint John of God inside Saint Peter's basilica, Vatican City, Italy, 1745 (marble) by Della Valle, Filippo (1697-1768); St

Statue of Saint Philip Neri inside Saint Peter's basilica, Vatican City, Italy, 1737 (marble)
5309832 Statue of Saint Philip Neri inside Saint Peter's basilica, Vatican City, Italy, 1737 (marble) by Maini, Giovanni Battista (1690-1752); St

Statue of Saint Longinus at Saint Peter Cathedral, Vatican City, Italy, 1638 (marble)
5309828 Statue of Saint Longinus at Saint Peter Cathedral, Vatican City, Italy, 1638 (marble) by Bernini, Gian Lorenzo (1598-1680); St. Peter's, Vatican City; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Statue of the prophet Elijah in St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, Italy, 1727 (marble)
5309825 Statue of the prophet Elijah in St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, Italy, 1727 (marble) by Cornacchini, Agostino (1686-1755?); St. Peter's, Vatican City; Photo © Stefano Baldini

The Delivery of the Decretals to Pope Gregory IX, c. 1501-1520 (fresco)
7146012 The Delivery of the Decretals to Pope Gregory IX, c.1501-1520 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Sala delle Muse, Vatican Museums

Statue of Saint Juliana Falconieri inside Saint Peter's basilica, Vatican City, Italy
5309833 Statue of Saint Juliana Falconieri inside Saint Peter's basilica, Vatican City, Italy by Campi, Pier Paolo (1668-1764); St. Peter's, Vatican City; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Statue of Saint Teresa of Avila inside Saint Peter's basilica, Vatican City, Italy, 1754 (marble)
5309827 Statue of Saint Teresa of Avila inside Saint Peter's basilica, Vatican City, Italy, 1754 (marble) by Della Valle, Filippo (1697-1768); St

Moses before the burning bush, ceiling of the stanza di Eliodoro, room of Heliodorus
3558954 Moses before the burning bush, ceiling of the stanza di Eliodoro, room of Heliodorus by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Vatican Museums and Galleries

Parnassus, from the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco)
3362170 Parnassus, from the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Vatican Museums and Galleries

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"The Vatican: A Glimpse into the Spiritual Heart of Rome" Step into the magnificent world of the Vatican, where history and faith intertwine to create a truly awe-inspiring experience. As you wander through its hallowed halls, you'll encounter breathtaking sights that have stood the test of time. One such sight is a portrait of Pope Pius X, capturing his priestly jubilee in vibrant colors. This celebration echoes throughout the Vatican, reminding visitors of the enduring legacy left by this esteemed pontiff. The grandeur continues as you enter St. Peter's Basilica, an architectural marvel that leaves all who behold it speechless. Its towering presence dominates the skyline of Rome and beckons pilgrims from around the globe to seek solace within its sacred walls. Inside this majestic basilica, frescoes depicting Prophet Jeremiah and "The Creation of Adam" transport you back in time to when these masterpieces were created between 1508-12. The artistry on display is nothing short of divine inspiration. As you explore further, your gaze falls upon an armorial plate adorned with a papal tiara and crossed keys—a symbol representing papal authority since 1503. It serves as a reminder of the immense power held by those who have guided Catholicism for centuries. Statues also grace St. Peter's Basilica, each telling stories steeped in devotion and reverence. Saint Ignatius Loyola stands tall, inspiring visitors with his unwavering dedication to spiritual enlightenment. Nearby stands Saint Helena—her marble figure exuding strength as she embodies motherhood and piety. Further along your journey lies statues honoring other revered saints like Benedict and Francis of Paola—each carved meticulously from marble—an embodiment of their virtuous lives dedicated to serving God. Finally, take a moment to admire not just these individual works but also how they collectively represent centuries' worth of faith-filled history within Vatican City—the spiritual heart of Rome.