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Leo X, (1933). Creator: Unknown
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Leo X, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Leo X, (1933). Portrait of Pope Leo X (1475-1521), born Giovanni di Lorenzo de Medici, after a painting made c1517 by Raphael. From " Gestalten Der Weltgeschichte", a book of cigarette-card portrait miniatures of figures in world history from the last four hundred years. [Germany, 1933]
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De Medici Giovanni De Giovanni De Medici Giovanni Di Lorenzo De Medici Leo X Medici Miniature Pope Pope Leo X Oval Shaped Roman Catholicism
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This print showcases a portrait of Pope Leo X, an influential figure in the Catholic Church during the Renaissance period. Created by an unknown artist in 1933, this image is a reproduction of Raphael's original painting from around 1517. The photograph is featured in "Gestalten Der Weltgeschichte" a remarkable book containing cigarette-card portrait miniatures of prominent historical figures spanning four centuries. Pope Leo X, born Giovanni di Lorenzo de Medici, was a man of great significance and power within the Roman Catholic Church. This oval-shaped miniature captures his regal presence and profound religious devotion. With vibrant colors that bring life to his papal vestments, it reflects both the artistry of its time and the reverence for this esteemed pontiff. The juxtaposition between the sixteenth-century subject matter and its twentieth-century reproduction adds another layer of intrigue to this piece. As we delve into history through these cigarette cards, we are transported back to Germany in 1933 when this print was produced. With its rich symbolism encompassing religion, culture, and artistic mastery, this print serves as a window into both past eras: one defined by Renaissance ideals and another marked by early twentieth-century fascination with historical figures. It invites us to contemplate not only Pope Leo X but also the enduring impact he had on Christianity as well as society at large throughout different periods in history.
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