Antipope Collection

HENRY IV (1050-1106). King of Germany and Holy Roman Emperor, 1056-1106. Illuminations from the 12th century chronicle of Otto of Freising showing, at top, Emperor Henry IV and his anti-pope

The death of the Antipope Clement VII (Robert de Geneve) (1342-1394), on his deathbed surrounded by clerics
FLO4630712 The death of the Antipope Clement VII (Robert de Geneve) (1342-1394), on his deathbed surrounded by clerics and the election of the antipope Benedict XIII (Pedro de Luna or Pierre de Luna)

Representation of Pierre de Luxembourg named cardinal by the antipope Clement VII in 1386, 19th century, (engraving)
ELD4908288 Representation of Pierre de Luxembourg named cardinal by the antipope Clement VII in 1386, 19th century, (engraving).; Private Collection; (add.info)

Exploits of Amedeo VIII of Savoy (1383-1451) (Amedee VIII then antipope Felix V) Frescoes by Isidoro Bianchi (1581-1662)
VEN5032588 Exploits of Amedeo VIII of Savoy (1383-1451) (Amedee VIII then antipope Felix V) Frescoes by Isidoro Bianchi (1581-1662)

Portrait of the antipope John XXIII, 1903 (chromolithograph)
FGL5462903 Portrait of the antipope John XXIII, 1903 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: Portrait of the antipope of the great Western Schism (Pisa) John XXIII elected in 1410, he resigned in 1415

Portrait of Antipope Benedict XIII (1328-1423), in the Spanish-Flemish style, 16th century (polychrome woodcarving)
AIS5376344 Portrait of Antipope Benedict XIII (1328-1423), in the Spanish-Flemish style, 16th century (polychrome woodcarving); Museu Frederic Mares, Barcelona, Spain; © Iberfoto

The visit of Joan I of Naples, known as Queen Jeanne (circa 1326-1382) to the antipope Clement VII (Robert of Geneve)
FLO4630223 The visit of Joan I of Naples, known as Queen Jeanne (circa 1326-1382) to the antipope Clement VII (Robert of Geneve, 1342-1394)

The coronation of Ferdinando I d'Aragona, 1490 circa (marble)
7146254 The coronation of Ferdinando I d'Aragona, 1490 circa (marble) by Maiano, Benedetto da (1442-97) ; Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence, Tuscany

St. Stephen III (or Stephen IV) (pope from 768 to 772) made the eyes of Constantine II (antipope from 767 to 768)
LSE4335186 St. Stephen III (or Stephen IV) (pope from 768 to 772) made the eyes of Constantine II (antipope from 767 to 768) hollow in 768

The antipope John XVI (997 to 998). Engraving to illustrate Histoire des popes by Maurice
LSE4335203 The antipope John XVI (997 to 998). Engraving to illustrate Histoire des popes by Maurice Lachatre (1814-1900), librairie du progres, Paris

La fin du schisme d Anaclet II (1090-1138), l antipape s
FIA5408867 La fin du schisme d Anaclet II (1090-1138), l antipapes agenouille devant le pape Innocent II (mort en 1143) - The end of the schism of Anacletus

Tomb of the antipope John XXIII (1360-1419) (Baldassare Cossa
LRI4650200 Tomb of the antipope John XXIII (1360-1419) (Baldassare Cossa) made by Donatello (1386-1466) and Michelozzo (1396-1472) in marble and golden bronze. Dim. 213 cm h

Enea Silvio Piccolomini (Pius II) crowned short poet by emperor Frederick III
LRI4579851 Enea Silvio Piccolomini (Pius II) crowned short poet by emperor Frederick III. Detail - Fresco, 1508 by Pinturicchio, Bernardino di Betto (c.1452-1513); Piccolomini Library, Duomo, Siena

Amedee VIII (1383-1451), Count then Duke of Savoy, last antipope under the name of Felix
GIA4779387 Amedee VIII (1383-1451), Count then Duke of Savoy, last antipope under the name of Felix V. Engraving in " Genealogical History of the Royal House of Savoye" by Samuel Guichenou

Marble and mosaic chair of antipope Clement VII, cosmatesque style, 14th century
LRI4583046 Marble and mosaic chair of antipope Clement VII, cosmatesque style, 14th century by Romanesque, (14th century); Chiesa di San Pietro, Fondi

The Antipope John XXIII (Antipapa Giovanni 23) (1410-1415) (Baldassarre Cossa
XEE4139318 The Antipope John XXIII (Antipapa Giovanni 23) (1410-1415) (Baldassarre Cossa) was proclaimed sovereign pontiff by the Council of Pisa in 1410

View of the tomb of Pope John XXIII (c. 1370-1419)
BEN166575 View of the tomb of Pope John XXIII (c.1370-1419) by Donatello (c.1386-1466) & Michelozzo, B. di (1396-1472); Baptistery, Florence

The antipope Clement VII (Robert de Geneve) (1342-1394) proclaiming his laws"
LRI4666857 The antipope Clement VII (Robert de Geneve) (1342-1394) proclaiming his laws", 15th century (miniature) by Unknown Artist, (15th century); Biblioteca Palatina, Parma

The antipope Clement VII (Robert de Geneve, 1342-1394) elected
XEE4170607 The antipope Clement VII (Robert de Geneve, 1342-1394) elected and supported by the French, at the Palais d Avignon with the ambassadors

Arrival of the antipope John XXIII (c. 1370-1419) at the Council of Constance in 1414
CHT206307 Arrival of the antipope John XXIII (c.1370-1419) at the Council of Constance in 1414, 1483 (coloured wood engraving) by Richental

Representation of the Council of Constance (1414-1418), convened by Emperor Sigismund I
JLJ4566107 Representation of the Council of Constance (1414-1418), convened by Emperor Sigismund I and Antipope John XXIII. He put an end to the Great Schism of the West. Miniature of 1414. Paris

Antipope John XXIII (Baldassare Cossa), 1713. Creator: Picart, Bernard (1673-1733)
Antipope John XXIII (Baldassare Cossa), 1713. Private Collection

Benedicto XIII, alleged portrait of the antipope called Pedro de Luna who is representing San Peter with the pontifical ornaments, XV century Aragonese table

Clement VII. Robert of Geneva (1342-1394). Pope of Avignon (Antipope) from 1378 to 1394

The end of the schism of Anacletus. The Antipope Anacletus II kneeling before Pope Innocent II, um 1700. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Count Amadeus VIII of Savoy (1383-1451). Artist: Anonymous
Count Amadeus VIII of Savoy (1383-1451). Found in the collection of Reggia di Venaria Reale

Pope John XVI. Johannes Philagathos (died c1001) was an antipope from 997 to 998 AD

LUTHER: TRACT, 1545. Pope at the gates of hell: woodcut title page of an anti-Papal tract published by Martin Luther in 1545

Antipope Benedict XIII (1328-1423), known as the Papa Luna
Antipope Benedict XIII, born Pedro Mart?=?nez de Luna y Perez de Gotor (1328-1423), known as the Papa Luna in Spanish. Aragonese nobleman officially considered by the Catholic Church to be an

ANTI-PAPAL WOODCUT. Two woodcuts, c1500, contrasting Christ washing the disciples feet (left) and the pope as Antichrist having his toes kissed by monarchs

BENEDICT XIII. Antipope, born Pedro de Luna. Polychrome wood sculpture, Spanish-Flemish style. Detail. Antipope Pedro de Luna. 16th c. Sculpture on wood. SPAIN. Barcelona. Frederic Mares Museum

NAST: PAROCHIAL SCHOOLS. Thomas Nasts cartoon comparing the growth of the Catholic Church and parochial schools to the Confederate attack on Fort Sumter. Wood engraving, 1870

JOHN XXIII (c1370-1419). Ne Baldassare Cossa. Schismatic Pope, 1410-1419. Woodcut, Venetian, 1592

PAUL III (1468-1549). Pope, 1534-49. The Pope as an Ass. Woodcut, 1545, by Lucas Cranach

Entry of Antipope John XXIII (1360-1554) in Constance to celebrate Council of Constance (1414) convened by emperor Sigismund, to end Great Schism

SCHOOL FUNDING, 1870. Thomas Nasts cartoon comment on the pernicious effects of government funds directed towards parochial schools. Wood engraving, 1870

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"Unraveling the Intriguing History of Antipopes: From Henry IV to Ferdinand I d'Aragona" Step into the captivating world of antipopes, where power struggles and religious schisms shaped history. Meet Henry IV, a King of Germany and Holy Roman Emperor who reigned from 1056 to 1106, as he navigated the treacherous waters of his era. Marvel at the exquisite marble coronation of Ferdinando I d'Aragona in circa 1490, a symbol of authority amidst turbulent times. Delve deeper into this fascinating realm with Antipope Benedict XIII, also known as Papa Luna (1328-1423), whose controversial papacy left an indelible mark on Catholicism. Witness St. Stephen III's engraving hollowing out Constantine II's eyes in 768 - a visual representation of political rivalry during that period. The Council of Constance takes center stage as Jan Hus faces his tragic fate - burnt at the stake for challenging established beliefs. The execution scene captured in engravings and chronicles offers a haunting glimpse into one man's defiance against orthodoxy. Discover more intriguing figures like John XVI (997-998) and Anaclet II (1090-1138), who played pivotal roles in shaping religious discourse during their time as antipopes. Explore the tomb of Baldassare Cossa, better known as John XXIII (1360-1419), whose legacy continues to intrigue scholars centuries later. As we journey through history, encounter Enea Silvio Piccolomini (Pius II) crowned short poet by Emperor Frederick III - a testament to how even antipopes could leave lasting cultural imprints beyond their ecclesiastical disputes. Intricate and complex, the story of antipopes unveils layers upon layers of human ambition, faith, and resilience against prevailing norms.