Vatican Palaces Collection (#11)

S Marcellus I M
LLM460289s Marcellus I M by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.:s Marcellus I M. Illustration in Romani Pontefici by Luigi Tripepi (Roma, 1879).); © Look and Learn

S Caius M
LLM460287s Caius M by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.:s Caius M. Illustration in Romani Pontefici by Luigi Tripepi (Roma, 1879).); © Look and Learn

S Felix I M
LLM460285s Felix I M by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.:s Felix I M. Illustration in Romani Pontefici by Luigi Tripepi (Roma, 1879).); © Look and Learn

S Anterus M
LLM460279s Anterus M by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.:s Anterus M. Illustration in Romani Pontefici by Luigi Tripepi (Roma, 1879).); © Look and Learn

S Anacletus M
LLM460263s Anacletus M by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.:s Anacletus M. Illustration in Romani Pontefici by Luigi Tripepi (Roma, 1879).); © Look and Learn

S Pietro
LLM460260s Pietro by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.:s Pietro. Illustration in Romani Pontefici by Luigi Tripepi (Roma, 1879).); © Look and Learn

20 September 1870: Porta Pia - Breaching the walls
LLM459770 20 September 1870: Porta Pia - Breaching the walls by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: 20 September 1870: Porta Pia - Breaching the walls)

Opus alexandrinum (colour litho)
5996421 Opus alexandrinum (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opus alexandrinum.); © Look and Learn

Evening on the Pincian (engraving)
969556 Evening on the Pincian (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Evening on the Pincian)

Interior of St Peters (engraving)
966682 Interior of St Peters (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of St Peter s)

The Last Public Audience of Pius IX (engraving)
1050187 The Last Public Audience of Pius IX (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Last Public Audience of Pius IX)

Rome, an Audience with Pius IX in the Vatican (engraving)
1057812 Rome, an Audience with Pius IX in the Vatican (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rome, an Audience with Pius IX in the Vatican)

Cardinal Ledochowski (engraving)
1049943 Cardinal Ledochowski (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cardinal Ledochowski, the Exiled Bishop of Posen, now resident at the Vatican)

Interior of St Peter s, Vatican (engraving)
1049937 Interior of St Peter s, Vatican (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of St Peter s, Vatican)

A Reception at the Vatican (engraving)
1048965 A Reception at the Vatican (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Reception at the Vatican)

Kissing St Peters Toe (litho)
1062390 Kissing St Peters Toe (litho) by Renouard, Charles Paul (1845-1924) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kissing St Peters Toe)

Reception of a Benedictine Monk in St Pauls Church at Rome (engraving)
1099397 Reception of a Benedictine Monk in St Pauls Church at Rome (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Bambino of the Ara Coeli, at Rome (engraving)
1099357 The Bambino of the Ara Coeli, at Rome (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bambino of the Ara Coeli, at Rome)

The Grand Procession of the Cecumenical Council in St Petters at Rome (engraving)
1104427 The Grand Procession of the Cecumenical Council in St Petters at Rome (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Pope addressing General Goyon, the French Commander-in-Chief at Rome, on New-Years Day (engraving)
1098537 The Pope addressing General Goyon, the French Commander-in-Chief at Rome, on New-Years Day (engraving) by Beauce, Jean Adolphe (1818-75) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Washing of the Feet in the Vatican, Maundy Thursday (chromolitho)
1094306 Washing of the Feet in the Vatican, Maundy Thursday (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Washing of the Feet in the Vatican, Maundy Thursday)

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"Exploring the Rich History of Vatican Palaces: A Glimpse into Art, Power, and Religion" Step inside the magnificent Vatican Palaces in Rome and be transported through time as you witness the captivating stories depicted on its walls. One such masterpiece is a fresco by Sandro Botticelli, showcasing the story of Moses wielding his sword against an Egyptian oppressor. This powerful painting from 1481 adorns the renowned Sistine Chapel. As you continue your journey through these sacred halls, another striking detail emerges - a Hebrew man being rescued from the clutches of an Egyptian by a courageous woman. Botticelli's artistry brings to life this dramatic scene with vivid colors and intricate details. The Vatican Palaces hold not only artistic treasures but also significant historical events. Witnessed within these walls is the interrogation of Jerome Savonarola, an Italian monk accused of heresy during Pope Alexander VI's reign. The clash between religious authority and dissenting voices echoes throughout history. Venturing further back in time, an engraving takes us to Rome in 1890 when Pope Leo XIII lies in state at the Vatican. The grandeur surrounding his funeral procession reflects both reverence for his papacy and a changing world outside its gates. Returning to biblical narratives, Botticelli's frescoes unveil yet another chapter - shepherds hunted by Moses himself. These scenes remind us of humanity's complex relationship with power and leadership throughout ages past. Traveling even further back in history, we encounter Pepin the Brief meeting Pope Stephen II near Vitry-le-François in 754 AD. This pivotal encounter would lead to Pepin's donation or deals with Quierzy that shaped future alliances between Franks and Papal States. Intrigue continues as we witness Pope Clement VI negotiating with Visconti family members under ultimatum in 1351 AD.