Monument to Pius VIII by Pietro Tenerani
St. Peter's Basilica
Vatican City
Rome, June 2019
“The Monument to Pius VIII (1829-1830), by Pietro Tenerani (1789-1869), is in the Neoclassical style. The Pontiff is kneeling; above him is the statue of Christ enthroned, and below, are the statues of Sts. Peter and Paul. On the base are the allegorical figures of Prudence and Justice.” (Monument to Pius VIII, St. Peter's - Guide to the Basilica and Square)
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