Pius Collection

Pope Pius X in Tiara
Pope Pius X (Giuseppe Sarto) wears the TIARA, the traditional Triple Crown symbolising his power and authority

Pope Pius X Photo
POPE PIUS X (Giuseppe Sarto) pope and saint

Pope Pius X, Giuseppe Sarto, in his Pontifical robes at the Vatican. Date: 1835 - 1914

PIUS V, Saint (1504-1572). Pope (1566-1572). Portrait by an anonymous author. Italian school. Painting

Pope Pius XII (Card)
POPE PIUS XII (Eugenio Pacelli) in 1950

Pope Pius X (Van. Fair)
POPE PIUS X (Giuseppe Sarto) pope and saint

Pope Pius XI
POPE PIUS XI

Pope Pius XII Crowned
Pius XII is crowned as the new pope

Pope Pius X Blessing
POPE PIUS X (Giuseppe Sarto) pope and saint receiving pilgrims from Lombardy at the Vatican

Roman legionaries in armour building fortifications. One cuts wood with an axe, other bring lime in baskets, stones and timbers. From Trajans Column. Fortificazioni

Portrait of Roman Emperor Pupienus
Roman Emperor Pupienus, 170-238. Marcus Clodius Pupienus Maximus Augustus or Pupienus Maximus. Copperplate engraving from Abraham Bogaerts De Roomsche Monarchy, The Roman Monarchy, Francois Salma

Pope Pius V
POPE PIUS V (Michele Ghislieri) pope and saint

Pope Pius VI
POPE PIUS VI (Giovanni Angelo Braschi)

Pope Pius VI (Dupin)
POPE PIUS VI (Giovanni Angelo Braschi) captured and deported to Valence by the French

Pope Pius X & Court
POPE PIUS X (Giuseppe Sarto) pope and saint with his court, 1913

Pope Pius VII, 1742 - 1823, born Barnaba Niccolo Maria Luigi Chiaramonti. Hand writing sample and signature
3083221 Pope Pius VII, 1742 - 1823, born Barnaba Niccolo Maria Luigi Chiaramonti. Hand writing sample and signature.; Private Collection.

Column of Antoninus Pius in Rome, Italy (engraving)
3730924 Column of Antoninus Pius in Rome, Italy (engraving); (add.info.: History of Ancient Rome. Column of Antoninus Pius is a Roman honorific column in Rome, Italy)

Unification of Italy: Garibaldi asking Victor Emmanuel II if he will carry on the 'game' for Italy
530370 Unification of Italy: Garibaldi asking Victor Emmanuel II if he will carry on the 'game' for Italy, 1860 (engraving); (add.info)

Pius X (Guiseppe Sarto 1835-1914) Pope from 1903. From Le Petit Journal, 16 August 1903
530267 Pius X (Guiseppe Sarto 1835-1914) Pope from 1903. From Le Petit Journal, 16 August 1903.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Iron shield presented to Don John of Austria by Pope Pius V for his services to Christendom after the victory at
5242576 Iron shield presented to Don John of Austria by Pope Pius V for his services to Christendom after the victory at Lepanto, 1571

Portrait inset of PIUS IX (Giovanni Maria Mastai Ferretti - 1792-1878), the pope from 1846
535250 Portrait inset of PIUS IX (Giovanni Maria Mastai Ferretti - 1792-1878), the pope from 1846, and the one who opened the First Vatican Council 1869

Cartoon, A Good Offer (Garibaldi and the Pope)
Cartoon, A Good Offer -- Take to this cap, Papa Pius. You will find it more comfortable than your own. Giuseppe Garibaldi offers Pope Pius IX a cap of Liberty to replace his triple crown

The great martyrdom of Nagasaki, September 10th 1622, in which 22 missionaries and native Christians were burnt to death, and 30 others, including several women and children, beheaded

Dead Pope Pius IX Lying in state
Pope Pius IX dies on 7th February 1878. Whilst lying in state inside the chapel of the Holy Sacrament, St Peter's, mourners reach out to kiss the late Pope's feet. Date: 1878

VOTING FOR PIUS XII
After the death of Pius XI, the cardinals gather in the Sistine Chapel of the Vatican, where they will elect Eugenio Pacelli as Pius XII Date: February 1939

Pius Ix Dead Religion Christianity Catholicism
pius, ix, dead, religion, christianity, catholicism, pope, 1878, cardinal, camerlengo, solemnly, verifies, well, history, historical, 10037969

Antonius Pius, Ludovisi collection (pentelic marble)
3042769 Antonius Pius, Ludovisi collection (pentelic marble) by Roman; Museo Nazionale Romano - Palazzo Altemps, Rome, Italy; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Bust of Antonius Pius (marble)
3042855 Bust of Antonius Pius (marble) by Roman; Museo Nazionale Romano - Palazzo Altemps, Rome, Italy; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Aldus Pius Manutius
3252932 Aldus Pius Manutius by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Aldus Pius Manutius, 1449 -1515. Italian humanist who became a printer)

Pope Saint Pius V, 1504 - 1572, born Antonio Ghislieri. From Crabb's Historical Dictionary, published 1825
3039861 Pope Saint Pius V, 1504 - 1572, born Antonio Ghislieri. From Crabb's Historical Dictionary, published 1825. by English School, (19th century); Private Collection

The Royal Visit to the Vatican - standing behind Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip are Major Martin Charteris, Private Secretary to the Princess (wearing white tie), Lady Palmer

A winged genius carries Emperor Antoninus Pius to heaven
A winged genius carries Emperor Antoninus Pius and his wife Faustina to heaven. Campus Martius holds an obelisk at left, and Roma in armour sits at right with shield depicting Romulus and Remus

Portrait of Roman Emperor Gordian II
Roman Emperor Gordian II, 192-238. Marcus Antonius Gordianus Sempronianus Romanus Africanus Augustus. Copperplate engraving from Abraham Bogaerts De Roomsche Monarchy, The Roman Monarchy

Portrait of Roman Emperor Antoninus Pius
Roman Emperor Antoninus Pius, 86AD-161AD. Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Augustus Pius. Copperplate engraving from Abraham Bogaerts De Roomsche Monarchy, The Roman Monarchy, Francois Salma

Portrait of Lucius Aelius Caesar
Lucius Aelius Caesar, 101AD-138AD, father of Emperor Lucius Verus. Adopted son of Hadrian. Copperplate engraving from Abraham Bogaerts De Roomsche Monarchy, The Roman Monarchy, Francois Salma

Holy Roman Emperor Charlemagne, Karolus Rom. Imp. Charles the Great, Charles I, King of the Franks, King of the Lombards, 742-814

Cartoon, Mumbo Jumbo (Napoleon III)
Cartoon, Mumbo Jumbo. The Pope threatens Napoleon III, the French Emperor, with excommunication. An accompanying poem begins: Mumbo Jumbo was a Guy, Frightened people formerly

Pope Pius X, 257th Pope of the Catholic Church, from The Year 1914 Illustrated (b / w photo)
498872 Pope Pius X, 257th Pope of the Catholic Church, from The Year 1914 Illustrated (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pope Pius X, 1835-1914)

La Breccia, Porta Pia, Rome, Italy
La Breccia, Porta Pia, a gate in the Aurelian Walls, Rome, Italy, with war memorials and wreaths, named after Pope Pius IV

Guards on duty at Vatican when Pope Pius XII elected
Noble Guard on duty at the Vatican in Rome when Pope Pius XII was elected, 2 March 1939. 1939

LATERAN TREATY 1929
Reading the Lateran Treaty outside the Lateran Palace in Rome. It was signed for King Victor Emmanuel III by Mussolini, making Pope Pius XI king of the Vatican State. Date: 1929

MUSSOLINI AND PIUS MEET
Pope Pio XI receives Mussolini at the Vatican, Rome Date: 11 February 1932

CONCORDAT WITH VATICAN
The Pope and Mussolini sign the Concordat (conciliation agreement) between the Italian State and the Vatican Date: 11 February 1929

Unification of Italy: Giuseppe Garibaldi (180718-82) trying to persuade Pope Pius IX that
530371 Unification of Italy: Giuseppe Garibaldi (180718-82) trying to persuade Pope Pius IX that the Cap of Liberty would be far more comfortable than the Papal crown

Pope Pius VI Descending the Throne to Take Leave of the Doge in the Hall of SS
3085873 Pope Pius VI Descending the Throne to Take Leave of the Doge in the Hall of SS. Giovanni e Paolo, 1782 and Pontifical Ceremony in SS. Giovanni e Paolo, Venice, 1782, c

POPE PIUS X (Giuseppe Sarto) pope and saint writing Date: reigned 1903 - 1914

POPE PIUS IV (Gianangelo de Medici) Date: reigned 1559 - 1565

Vanity fair caricature of Pope Pius IX
Vintage engraving of Pope Pius IX. The Infallible. From Vanity Fair1869. Chromolithograph. Head of the Catholic Church from 16 June 1846 to his death on 7 February 1878

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"Pius: A Legacy of Papal Leadership and Devotion" In the realm of papal history, the name "Pius" resonates with a profound sense of leadership, devotion, and unwavering faith. From Pope Pius X in his majestic Tiara to Pope Pius XII donning his cardinal attire, these pontiffs have left an indelible mark on the Catholic Church. One cannot overlook the significance of Pope Pius V, whose reign from 1566 to 1572 was marked by steadfastness and commitment. His portrait depicts a man who exuded strength and determination as he guided the faithful through turbulent times. The image of Roman legionaries constructing fortifications serves as a reminder that even in ancient times, there were individuals like Emperor Pupienus who embodied qualities akin to those displayed by the revered Popes named Pius. Their resilience and dedication mirrored that which we see in these spiritual leaders. Pope Pius XI stands out among his predecessors with an air of grace and wisdom emanating from him. His presence is captured beautifully in photographs where he blesses crowds or engages in solemn ceremonies—a testament to his deep connection with God's people. Meanwhile, Pope Pius X graces us with multiple glimpses into his life—whether it be at Van. Fair or bestowing blessings upon believers. These snapshots offer insight into a humble yet influential figure who sought to bring about positive change within the Church during challenging times. As we reflect on these various representations of piety throughout history, one thing becomes clear: The name "Pius" carries immense weight within Catholicism. It symbolizes not only strong leadership but also unwavering devotion to God's teachings—a legacy passed down through generations for all believers to cherish.