Portret van paus Pius VIII 1829 - 1855

Giovanni Paolo Lasinio’s *Portret van paus Pius VIII* is a 19th-century lithograph depicting Pope Pius VIII, whose birth name was Francesco Saverio Castiglioni, in his papal regalia. The detailed rendering of the Pope’s face and ornate clothing, along with the inscription below, identifies the subject and emphasizes the solemnity of the portrait. This engraving captures the likeness of the Pope during his papacy from 1829 to 1830, showcasing the artist’s skill in capturing detail and conveying a sense of authority.