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Pope Pius IX and a representative of the Risorgimento (oil on canvas)
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Pope Pius IX and a representative of the Risorgimento (oil on canvas)
703015 Pope Pius IX and a representative of the Risorgimento (oil on canvas) by Galli, Luigi (1820-1906); Galleria Nazionale d Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, Rome, Lazio, Italy; (add.info.: Pope Pius IX (1792-1878), head of the Catholic church from 1846 until his death, and last sovereign of the Papal States. The Risorgimento, Rising Again, was the 19th century movement for Italian unification which resulted in the establishment of the Kingdom of Italy in 1861.); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23228654
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Encounter Gesture Gesturing Negotiation Negotiations Papacy Pius Ix Point Pointing Popes Representative Representatives Risorgimento Thrones Unification Vatican
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This print captures a significant moment in history, showcasing Pope Pius IX and a representative of the Risorgimento engaged in deep conversation. Painted by Luigi Galli, this oil on canvas masterpiece is housed at the Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea in Rome, Italy. Pope Pius IX, who led the Catholic Church from 1846 until his passing in 1878, stands tall and dignified. As the last sovereign of the Papal States, he played a crucial role during a time of great change and upheaval. The representative beside him represents the Risorgimento movement - an influential force that aimed to unify Italy during the 19th century. The painting symbolizes an encounter between two powerful entities: Catholicism and Italian nationalism. It depicts not only negotiations but also gestures that convey both agreement and disagreement. The pope's seated position on his majestic throne signifies his authority while pointing towards unity with conviction. The Risorgimento representative stands before him confidently, gesturing with determination towards their shared goal of Italian unification. This artwork serves as a visual representation of an era when political movements clashed with religious institutions for control over Italy's destiny. Vincenzo Pirozzi skillfully captured this historical moment through photography, allowing us to appreciate Galli's original painting even more deeply. As we gaze upon this image today, it reminds us of how past struggles have shaped our present reality and encourages reflection on themes such
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