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Pope Clement VII, c. 1531 (oil on slate)
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Pope Clement VII, c. 1531 (oil on slate)
3077083 Pope Clement VII, c.1531 (oil on slate) by Piombo, Sebastiano del (S. Luciani) (c.1485-1547); 105.4x87.6 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Giulio di Giuliano de Medici (1478-1534) was Pope from 1523 to his death. The Sack of Rome and English Reformation occurred during his papacy.); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 18257563
© J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA / Bridgeman Images
Cape Episcopal Length Medici Mozzetta Papacy Papal Regalia Ring Rings Roman Catholic Roman Catholicism Three Quarter Vatican Ecclesiastical Zucchetto
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This print showcases Pope Clement VII, painted by Sebastiano del Piombo in 1531. The oil on slate artwork measures 105.4x87.6 cm and is currently housed at the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles, USA. Pope Clement VII, born Giulio di Giuliano de Medici, served as Pope from 1523 until his death in 1534. His papacy was marked by significant historical events such as the Sack of Rome and the English Reformation. In this portrait, we see a distinguished man adorned with religious regalia and symbols of his ecclesiastical power. He wears a cape and hat while seated, exuding authority and grace. His well-groomed moustache and beard add to his dignified appearance. The painting captures the essence of Clement VII's role as the leader of the Roman Catholic Church during a tumultuous time in history. It reflects both his spiritual significance within Christianity and his political influence as head of the Papal States. Sebastiano del Piombo's masterful brushwork brings out intricate details like the rings on Clement VII's fingers, emphasizing his status as a high-ranking figure within Roman Catholicism. With its Renaissance style and religious symbolism, this portrait serves not only as an artistic masterpiece but also as a historical artifact that sheds light on one of the most eventful periods in papal history.
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