Poster Print : Pope Pius VI (1717-1799)
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Pope Pius VI (1717-1799)
Pope Pius VI (1717-1799). Born Count Giovanni Angelo Braschi. He reigned between 1775-1799. Portrait. Engraving. Colored
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Media ID 14365710
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Angelo Braschi Count Giovanni Papal Personage Pius Pontifical Pope Revolution Times Vatican
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introduce historical elegance to your space with our exquisite Pope Pius VI Poster Print. This captivating portrait, hailing from the 18th century, showcases Pope Pius VI (1717-1799), born Count Giovanni Angelo Braschi, in an intricately detailed engraving. The vibrant colors bring the image to life, making it an impressive addition to any room. Acquire this authentic piece from the Media Storehouse range, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 38.1cm x 59.4cm (15" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving portrays Pope Pius VI, born Count Giovanni Angelo Braschi, during his reign from 1775 to 1799. The image, colored and intricately detailed, showcases the pope in his papal attire, complete with the tiara and papal robes adorned with gold and ermine. Born on December 25, 1717, in Senigallia, Italy, Pius VI was a significant figure in European history during the late 18th century. He assumed the papacy following the death of Clement XIII and faced numerous challenges during his tenure, including the French Revolution and its impact on the Papal States. Despite the tumultuous times, Pius VI remained steadfast in his duties as the spiritual leader of the Roman Catholic Church. He is perhaps best known for his efforts to modernize the Church and for his role in the Quietist controversy, which focused on the relationship between faith and reason. The French Revolution, however, proved to be a major challenge for Pius VI. In 1798, French troops invaded the Papal States, and the pope was forced into exile. He died in Valence, France, on August 29, 1799, at the age of 81. This historic portrait, an engraving from the 18th century, offers a glimpse into the life and times of a remarkable personage. It serves as a reminder of the significant role the papacy played during this period in European history and the enduring influence of the Catholic Church.
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