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Pope Pius Vi Collection

"Pope Pius VI: A Legacy of Leadership and Resilience" In the engraving capturing Pope Pius VI at the Hofburg in Vienna, 1782

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: King Gustav III Attending Christmas Mass in 1783, in St Peter's, Rome. Creator: Louis Jean Desprez

King Gustav III Attending Christmas Mass in 1783, in St Peter's, Rome. Creator: Louis Jean Desprez
King Gustav III Attending Christmas Mass in 1783, in St Peter's, Rome, Unknown date

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Gustavus III Attending Christmas Mass in 1783, in St Peter's, Rome. Creator: Louis Jean Desprez

Gustavus III Attending Christmas Mass in 1783, in St Peter's, Rome. Creator: Louis Jean Desprez
Gustavus III Attending Christmas Mass in 1783, in St Peter's, Rome, Unknown date

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Pope Pius VI celebrates the Easter Holy Mass in St. Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna... 1782, 1788

Pope Pius VI celebrates the Easter Holy Mass in St. Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna... 1782, 1788. Creator: Anonymous
Pope Pius VI celebrates the Easter Holy Mass in St. Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna... 1782, 1788. Private Collection

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Design for a crucifix, c.1775-c.1785. Creator: Luigi Valadier

Design for a crucifix, c.1775-c.1785. Creator: Luigi Valadier
Design for a crucifix, c.1775-c.1785. Design for a crucifix of gilded metal and lapis lazuli (?), Above the crucified Christ is a plaque with the inscription Inri'

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Hidden silhouettes of the rulers of Europe, 1794. Creator: Lussano

Hidden silhouettes of the rulers of Europe, 1794. Creator: Lussano
Hidden silhouettes of the rulers of Europe, 1794

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Pope Pius VI at the Hofburg, Vienna, 1782. 1789 (engraving)

Pope Pius VI at the Hofburg, Vienna, 1782. 1789 (engraving)
7234843 Pope Pius VI at the Hofburg, Vienna, 1782. 1789 (engraving) by Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726-1801); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Pope Pius VI taking leave of the Augustinian monks in Siena, 1801

Pope Pius VI taking leave of the Augustinian monks in Siena, 1801
Pope Pius VI taking leave of the Augustinian monks in Siena, 26 May 1798, 1801

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: French general handing Directory order to Pope Pius VI after invasion of Rome... 1801

French general handing Directory order to Pope Pius VI after invasion of Rome... 1801
French general handing Directory order to Pope Pius VI after invasion of Rome, 15 February 1798, 1801

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: The Loggia Erected in Campo San Zanipolo, Venice, in Front of the Scuola di San Marco for

The Loggia Erected in Campo San Zanipolo, Venice, in Front of the Scuola di San Marco for
659399 The Loggia Erected in Campo San Zanipolo, Venice, in Front of the Scuola di San Marco for the Benediction of Pope Pius VI in 1782, (oil on canvas) by Guardi

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Buonaparte at Rome giving an Audience in State, pub. 1797 (hand coloured engraving)

Buonaparte at Rome giving an Audience in State, pub. 1797 (hand coloured engraving)
2489539 Buonaparte at Rome giving an Audience in State, pub. 1797 (hand coloured engraving) by Cruikshank, Isaac (1756-1811); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Coronation of Pope Pius VI, 1801. Creator: Antonio Poggioli

Coronation of Pope Pius VI, 1801. Creator: Antonio Poggioli
Coronation of Pope Pius VI, 1801

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Portrait of the Pope Pius VI (1717-1799)

Portrait of the Pope Pius VI (1717-1799), . Private Collection

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Portrait of the Pope Pius VI (1717-1799), 1889

Portrait of the Pope Pius VI (1717-1799), 1889. Private Collection

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Portrait of the Pope Pius VI (1717-1799), 1776

Portrait of the Pope Pius VI (1717-1799), 1776. Found in the Collection of Musei Vaticani in Viale Vaticano, Rome

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Satiro Con Ninfa (Satyre avec une Nymphe), c1850

Satiro Con Ninfa (Satyre avec une Nymphe), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Giunone (Junon), c1850

Giunone (Junon), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Pio. Sexto. P. M. Bonarum. Artium. Patrono. c1850

Pio. Sexto. P. M. Bonarum. Artium. Patrono. c1850
Pio. Sexto. P.M. Bonarum. Artium. Patrono. c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Ceres (Ceres), c1850

Ceres (Ceres), c1850
Cerere (Ceres), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Minerva (Minerve), c1850

Minerva (Minerve), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Minerva (Minerve argolique), c1850

Minerva (Minerve argolique), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Tritone (Triton), c1850

Tritone (Triton), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Flume (Fleuve), c1850

Flume (Fleuve), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Melpomene (Melpomene), c1850

Melpomene (Melpomene), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Talia (Thalie), c1850

Talia (Thalie), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Erato, c1850

Erato, c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Fauno E Satiro (Faune et Satyre), c1850

Fauno E Satiro (Faune et Satyre), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Calliope, c1850

Calliope, c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Urania (Uranie), c1850

Urania (Uranie), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Diana (Diane), c1850

Diana (Diane), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Venere (Venus), c1850

Venere (Venus), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Diana Efesina (Diane d Ephese), c1850

Diana Efesina (Diane d Ephese), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Arianna (Ariane), c1850

Arianna (Ariane), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Priapo (Priape), c1850

Priapo (Priape), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Mnemosine (Mnemosyne), c1850

Mnemosine (Mnemosyne), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Venere (Venus au bain), c1850

Venere (Venus au bain), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Mercurio Fanciulo (Mercure enfant), c1850

Mercurio Fanciulo (Mercure enfant), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Giunone (Junon voilee), c1850

Giunone (Junon voilee), c1850

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Pius VI Pope Pius VI 1717-1799 painting Oil canvas

Pius VI Pope Pius VI 1717-1799 painting Oil canvas
Pius VI, Pope Pius VI, 1717-1799, painting, Oil on canvas, Height, 180 cm (70.8 inches), Width, 95 cm (37.4 inches)

Background imagePope Pius Vi Collection: Revolutionary cartoon depicting The Electrical Spark of Liberty that will Topple

Revolutionary cartoon depicting The Electrical Spark of Liberty that will Topple
XIR167872 Revolutionary cartoon depicting The Electrical Spark of Liberty that will Topple the Thrones of all Corrupt Monarchs, 1793 (coloured engraving) by French School


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"Pope Pius VI: A Legacy of Leadership and Resilience" In the engraving capturing Pope Pius VI at the Hofburg in Vienna, 1782, we witness a pontiff who sought to strengthen his ties with European powers. His diplomatic efforts aimed to secure peace and stability during a time of political turmoil. The image bidding farewell to the Augustinian monks in Siena, 1801, showcases his deep devotion to religious orders. Despite facing challenges from secular forces, he remained steadfast in supporting and nurturing the spiritual communities under his care. A significant moment is captured when a French general hands an order from the Directory to Pope Pius VI after the invasion of Rome in 1801. This event symbolizes the clash between temporal power and papal authority during this tumultuous period. Yet, even amidst adversity, Pope Pius VI displayed courage and resilience as he navigated through these challenging times. The loggia erected in Campo San Zanipolo, Venice serves as a testament to Pope Pius VI's commitment to architectural beauty and cultural patronage. His support for artistry enriched cities across Europe while also promoting Catholic values through visual splendor. An intriguing depiction shows Buonaparte at Rome giving an audience in state around 1797. This encounter highlights how Pope Pius VI engaged with influential figures like Napoleon Bonaparte despite their differing ideologies. It reveals his willingness to engage diplomatically for the greater good of both Church and society. Pope Pius VI's coronation ceremony in 1801 further exemplifies his role as a spiritual leader on whom many relied for guidance during turbulent times. The artist Antonio Poggioli captures not only regality but also humility within this portrait—a reminder that true leadership stems from service rather than mere authority. Various portraits throughout history immortalize Pope Pius VI's countenance—his piercing gaze reflecting wisdom earned through a lifetime of devotion.