Pope Alexander VII 

This portrait of Pope Alexander VII by Italian Baroque artist Giovanni Battista Gaulli, also known as Baciccio, is a striking example of the artist's masterful use of light and shadow. The Pope is depicted in his papal robes, with a dignified expression and a hand raised in a gesture of blessing. The dramatic use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and grandeur, emphasizing the Pope's authority. Gaulli, known for his frescoes, was a leading figure in the Roman Baroque movement, capturing the essence of the papacy with his meticulous attention to detail.