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Bust of Pope Alexander VIII, c1690, (1881). Creator: Thomas Riley
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Bust of Pope Alexander VIII, c1690, (1881). Creator: Thomas Riley
Bust of Pope Alexander VIII, c1690, (1881). Etching of a bronze portrait bust of Alexander VIII, made in Italy by Domenico Guidi. Alexander (born Pietro Ottoboni), was Pope from 1689-1691. Here he is wearing the mozetto (or capuccio) round his shoulders, and a stola embroidered with figures of St Peter and St Paul, double eagles, and the papal keys and tiara. From " The South Kensington Museum", a book of engraved illustrations, with descriptions, of the works of art in the collection of the Victoria & Albert Museum in London (formerly known as the South Kensington Museum). [Sampson Low, Marston, Searle and Rivington, London, 1881]
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This print showcases the exquisite "Bust of Pope Alexander VIII" created by Thomas Riley in 1881. The bust itself is an etching of a bronze portrait sculpted by Domenico Guidi, an Italian artist, around 1690. Pope Alexander VIII, originally known as Pietro Ottoboni, held his papal office from 1689 to 1691. In this remarkable artwork, Pope Alexander VIII is depicted wearing the mozetto or capuccio draped over his shoulders and a stola adorned with intricate embroidery depicting figures of St Peter and St Paul, double eagles symbolizing imperial power, and the keys and tiara representing papal authority. The attention to detail in both the sculpture and its etching is truly awe-inspiring. The photograph comes from "The South Kensington Museum" a book that features engraved illustrations accompanied by descriptions of artworks housed in what is now known as the Victoria & Albert Museum in London. This particular piece offers us a glimpse into the rich history of ecclesiastical dress during the seventeenth century. Thomas Riley's masterful capture allows us to appreciate not only the craftsmanship behind this magnificent bust but also its significance within Roman Catholicism. It serves as a testament to religious devotion and artistic expression intertwined throughout history. With its striking composition and meticulous execution, this print invites viewers to immerse themselves in both artistry and spirituality while contemplating the legacy left behind by Pope Alexander VIII.
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