Pope Pius VI Descending the Throne to Take Leave of the Doge in the Hall of SS. Giovanni e Paolo, 1782 c. 1783

Francesco Guardi's "Pope Pius VI Descending the Throne to Take Leave of the Doge in the Hall of SS. Giovanni e Paolo" captures a pivotal moment in Venetian history. Painted in the 1780s, the artwork depicts the farewell between Pope Pius VI and the Doge of Venice. Guardi's precise brushstrokes detail the grand hall, with its elaborate architecture and opulent furnishings. The painting highlights the political power and splendor of Venice during this period and conveys the grandeur of the event. It serves as a visual record of the interactions between the Papal State and the Venetian Republic.