Nicholaus V, Pope (1397-
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Nicholaus V, Pope (1397-
TOMMASO PARENTUCELLI, POPE NICHOLAUS V humanist who contributed to the Renaissance
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 574573
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10010966
1397 1445 Contributed Humanist Nicholas Nicholaus Nicolas Pope Renaissance Tommaso
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the enigmatic figure of Pope Nicholas V, born Tommaso Parentucelli, who ruled the Catholic Church from 1447 to 1455 and played a pivotal role in the early Renaissance. Known for his patronage of the arts and humanities, Nicholas V was a humanist pope who sought to revive the classical learning of ancient Greece and Rome. Born in the small Tuscan town of Carpi, Nicholas V rose through the ranks of the Church to become Cardinal Bishop of Albano in 1432 and then Cardinal Bishop of Porto and Santa Rufina in 1436. In 1447, he was elected Pope, taking the name Nicholas V in honor of his predecessor, Nicholas III. During his papacy, Nicholas V undertook a number of ambitious building projects in Rome, including the restoration of the Pantheon and the construction of the Sistine Chapel. He also established the Vatican Library, which would become one of the greatest repositories of knowledge in Europe. Nicholas V was a patron of the arts, commissioning works from some of the greatest artists of the day, including Leon Battista Alberti, Filippo Brunelleschi, and Botticelli. He also supported the humanist scholar Poggio Bracciolini, who played a key role in the revival of classical learning. Despite his many accomplishments, Nicholas V faced challenges during his papacy, including the Hussite Wars in Bohemia and the ongoing conflict between the papacy and the Holy Roman Empire. Nevertheless, he left a lasting legacy as a champion of the arts and humanities, and his reign is considered a crucial period in the development of the Renaissance.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.