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Portrait of Pope Pius II, c. 1560 (oil on canvas)
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Portrait of Pope Pius II, c. 1560 (oil on canvas)
5055813 Portrait of Pope Pius II, c.1560 (oil on canvas) by Altissimo, Cristofano dell (c.1525-1605) (and workshop); 77.5 x 64.5 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; (add.info.: Enea Silvio Piccolomini (1405-64) from 1458-64 Pope Pius II. He was a major Italian humanist and poet.
From the portrait series of Renaissance historian and biographer Paolo Giovio); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22322546
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Cleric Cope Copy Di Papi Dignitary Episcopal Florentine Giovio Humanism Humanist Miter Mitre Papacy Papal Philosophy Regalia Relgion Roman Catholic Roman Catholicism Scholar Series Theologian Theology Vestments Ecclesiastical Pontifical
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This portrait print showcases the esteemed Pope Pius II, painted by the talented Cristofano dell'Altissimo and his workshop around 1560. Measuring 77.5 x 64.5 cm, this oil on canvas masterpiece is currently housed in the Kunstmuseum in Basel, Switzerland. Pope Pius II, born Enea Silvio Piccolomini, held office from 1458 to 1464 and was not only a prominent figure within the Roman Catholic Church but also a renowned Italian humanist and poet. This portrait is part of a series commissioned by Renaissance historian Paolo Giovio, highlighting notable individuals of that era. The painting captures Pope Pius II's dignified presence with its head-and-shoulders composition. Dressed in pontifical robes and wearing an elegant miter atop his head, he exudes authority as an ecclesiastical leader. The profile view emphasizes his scholarly nature as both a theologian and philosopher. Through this artwork, Altissimo skillfully portrays the intersection between religion and humanism during the Renaissance period. The intricate details of the cope and regalia further emphasize Pope Pius II's role as a spiritual guide for Catholics worldwide. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of artistry, we are transported back to a time when faith intertwined with intellectual pursuits—a testament to both religious devotion and cultural enlightenment during one of history's most transformative periods.
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