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Pope Pius VII in the Sistine Chapel, 1814 (oil on canvas)
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Pope Pius VII in the Sistine Chapel, 1814 (oil on canvas)
3247766 Pope Pius VII in the Sistine Chapel, 1814 (oil on canvas) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); 74.5x92.7 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; (add.info.: Barnaba Niccol Maria Luigi Chiaramonti (1742-1823)
Painting begun when the pope, having excommunicated Napoleon, was being held prisoner by him.); French, out of copyright
Media ID 18259321
© National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA / Bridgeman Images
Audience Chapel Last Judgment Michelangelo Napoleonic Papal Pontiff Roman Catholic Vatican Vatican City Visitors Apostolic
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This oil on canvas print, titled "Pope Pius VII in the Sistine Chapel" transports us back to the year 1814. Painted by Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres, this masterpiece measures 74.5x92.7 cm and is currently housed at the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC. The subject of this painting is Barnaba Niccol Maria Luigi Chiaramonti, better known as Pope Pius VII (1742-1823). The artwork depicts him within the iconic Sistine Chapel, a place renowned for its rich history and breathtaking beauty. Interestingly, Ingres began working on this piece during a tumultuous period when Pope Pius VII found himself imprisoned by Napoleon Bonaparte after excommunicating him. The image portrays the pope adorned in his regal robes amidst an audience of visitors. The grandeur of the chapel's architecture serves as a backdrop to emphasize his spiritual authority and significance within Roman Catholicism. As our gaze wanders through this scene, we cannot help but be reminded of Michelangelo's magnificent frescoes adorning the ceiling above. This painting captures not only a historical moment but also reflects upon themes such as religion, faith, and power dynamics between church and state. It invites contemplation about the role of clergy in society and their ability to influence political affairs. Ingres' meticulous attention to detail brings life to every brushstroke while preserving an air of reverence that befits both its subject matter and setting. This print from
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