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5 days ago · Since the early 16th century, when Swiss mercenaries, revered for their bravery and loyalty, marched to Rome to serve Pope Julius II, the world’s smallest army has been enlisted at the Vatican ...
OTL 1513: At the time of his death at the age of 70, Pope Julius was working on diplomatic efforts to organize all of Europe in war against the Turks. This project is abandoned by his successor, Leo the Medici Pope. ATL: Pope Julius II lives long enough to organize a major new crusade.
5 days ago · Raphael (1483-1520) was invited to Rome by Pope Julius II to paint at the Vatican, where he was heavily influenced by Michelangelo. Typical of many artists, Raphael used uplifting words in his titles such as miraculous, triumph and virtues. Noble, idealized and grace describe his art. His lines are flowing and soft, his colors a solace.
1 day ago · Admire the more than 8,000 square feet of Sistine Chapel painted by Michelangelo. Enjoy early morning entry into the Sistine Chapel. No lines. No wait. Marvel at Raphael's frescos of the Apartments of Julius II. Explore Michelangelo’s awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel with a private expert guide. Exclusive private Tours and Experiences.
5 days ago · Photo credit AM113 / Shutterstock.com. In 1505 a Swiss bishop at the Vatican, Matthäus Schiner, suggested creating a permanent Swiss corps that would operate under the direct control of the pope. The Swiss Guard was established by Pope Julius II in 1506, with the first contingent of 150 soldiers arriving in Rome on 22 January of that year.
2 days ago · Raphael, Sistine Madonna -problematization of the threshold -balanced composition -spatial setting opening of wall, like our space in curtains, virgin walk on clouds with pope and st.babara. -there is a threshold below the cupid and the curtains looks like we are entering a new world.
4 days ago · The Papal States ( / ˈpeɪpəl / PAY-pəl; Italian: Stato Pontificio; Latin: Dicio Pontificia ), officially the State of the Church (Italian: Stato della Chiesa [ˈstaːto della ˈkjɛːza]; Latin: Status Ecclesiasticus ), [7] were a conglomeration of territories on the Apennine Peninsula under the direct sovereign rule of the Pope from 756 ...
