Vatican Splendors http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rss Vatican Splendors RSS Feed. Vatican Splendors http://www.vaticansplendors.com/tresources/en/images/icons/tendenci34x15.gif http://www.vaticansplendors.com Copyright 2008 Vatican Splendors Tendenci Association Software by Schipul - The Web Marketing Company en-us noemail@vaticansplendors.com Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:49:09 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?74 What is the Vatican? The Vatican is an independent state located inside the city of Rome covering an area of 17 square miles. It is the home of Pope Benedict XVI, the current head of the Catholic Church worldwide. The Roman Pontiff, who resides at the Vatican, as the successor of Peter, is the perpetual and visible principle and foundation of unity of both the bishops and of the faithful. About one billion people worldwide profess the Catholic faith. Who lives there? In addition to the pope, there are 400 residents including the Swiss Guard.&#160; &#160; How long has Vatican City State existed? While many of the properties were built centuries ago (during the existence of the Papal States, ended in 1870), including the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican only became a state in 1929 when the Lateran Treaty recognized the sovereign independence of Vatican City. What constitutes Vatican Citys government? Benedict XVI is the official head of state. The... http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?74 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Tue, 26 Aug 2008 22:00:00 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?64 Alb A white linen&#160;vestment&#160;with close fitting sleeves, reaching nearly to the ground and secured round the waist by a&#160;girdle&#160;(cincture).&#160; Antependium A hanging suspended over and in front of the altar. Bascinet A light helmet, at first open, but later made with a visor. Cassock A long outer garment worn by clerics and servers.&#160; It is usually black, but red is worn by Cardinals and white by the pope. Chalice A large cup that is used at Mass to hold the wine that becomes the blood of Jesus Christ. Chasuble A sleeveless outer vestment covering the stole and the alb (part of the proper garb of the priest during Mass).&#160; Colors vary depending on the season of the Church. Ciborium A canopy of stone, wood or marble supported on four columns over an altar, or the chalice-like vessel or bowl that contains the Host used in the liturgical celebration of the&#160;Mass. Crosier or Pastoral Staff Staff resembling a shepherd’s crook... http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?64 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Tue, 26 Aug 2008 21:00:00 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?66 EXHIBITION CURATOR Monsignor Roberto Zagnoli is an Italian priest from Ravenna who has worked at the Vatican for fourteen years. As Curator of the Vatican Museums, Monsignor Zagnoli carefully selected objects from the participating Vatican agencies and organized them to tell the 2000-year history covered by the exhibition and commemorated in the exhibition guide book he co-wrote. Zagnoli also works for Monsignor Guido Marini as advisor to the Office of the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff where he manages the restoration and maintenance of the liturgical vessels and vestments of the Papal Sacristy. Monsignor Zagnoli teaches Communications at the Papal University of Santa Croce in Rome.&#160; CONSULTANTS TO THE EXHIBITION Brother Charles Hilken, F.S.C., M.S.L., Ph. D., is professor and chair of the Department of History at Saint Mary’s College of California. Trained as a medieval historian with special emphasis on manuscript studies, he has twice... http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?66 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Tue, 26 Aug 2008 21:00:00 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?61 (FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE) – One of the largest collections of art, documents and historically significant objects from the Vatican ever to tour North America is coming to the Minnesota History Center in St. Paul for a limited engagement beginning Sept. 27, 2008. Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Swiss Guard will present unique objects illustrating the Vatican’s impact on history and culture through 2,000 years. The timing of the exhibition commemorates the 500th anniversary of several significant dates: the building of Saint Peter’s Basilica, the founding of the Vatican Museums, Michelangelo’s painting of the Sistine Chapel ceiling and the establishment of the Papal Swiss Guard. Rare, priceless, magnificent…words used to describe the Minnesota History Center’s fall exhibition, ‘Vatican Splendors,’ says Nina Archabal, director of the Minnesota Historical Society. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Minnesotans to see some of... http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?61 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Tue, 26 Aug 2008 21:00:00 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?62 Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Swiss Guard features approximately 200 works of art and historically significant objects, many of which have never left the Vatican.&#160; The exhibition is organized into four thematic sections that illustrate the evolution of the Church and its papacy beginning with Saint Peter through Pope Benedict XVI, with special emphasis on the founding 500 years ago of Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Papal Swiss Guard and the Vatican Museums. The objects are presented in galleries and recreated environments that enhance the visitors understanding of their historical and artistic significance. Exhibition designers want visitors to feel transported to the Vatican, from the underground catacombs where the remains of Saint Peter were discovered to the magnificent papal chambers found above ground. From the sights and sounds of the grand Basilica to a touchable cast of John Paul II’s hand, the exhibition is a... http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?62 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Tue, 26 Aug 2008 21:00:00 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?65 Many of the works and documents exhibited in Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Swiss Guard have never been on public display or previously left the Vatican. Therefore, this exhibition has provided an occasion for undertaking a careful restoration and conservation process that will preserve these objects for future generations.&#160; &#160; The following institutions have lent the objects for this exhibition, one of the largest collections from the Vatican ever to tour North America: &#160; The Office of the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff – the duty of the Office is to prepare all that is necessary for liturgical celebrations or any other sacred celebrations either presided by the pope, or at which he participates or assists, or which are presided in his name by a Cardinal or Prelate. One important task of the Office is the planning, publication and distribution of special prayer-booklets for each liturgy, an asset... http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?65 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Tue, 26 Aug 2008 21:00:00 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?67 Photos &#169; Governatorato of the Vatican City State. Media Contacts: Amanda Hooper Risdall McKinney Public Relations Phone: 651-286-6776 E-mail:Amanda@risdall.com or Jessica Kohen Minnesota Historical Society Phone: 651-259-3148 E-mail:Jessica.kohen@mnhs.org These photo descriptions are available online at&#160;http://events.mnhs.org/media http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?67 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Tue, 26 Aug 2008 21:00:00 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?68 FACT SHEET&#160; WHAT:&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;One of the largest collections of art, documents and historically significant objects from the Vatican ever to tour North America is coming to St. Paul. The Minnesota History Center hosts Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Swiss Guard beginning Sept. 27, 2008. The exhibition features approximately 200 rare works of art and historically significant objects, many of which have never left the Vatican. Taken together these works explore how the papacy has influenced – and been influenced by – the world throughout the centuries.&#160; St. Paul is one of only three U.S. cities to host Vatican Splendors. Highlights of the exhibition include Michelangelos compass and tools used in the building of the Sistine Chapel; works by Bernini, Giotto, Guercino and others; artwork... http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?68 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Tue, 26 Aug 2008 21:00:00 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?59 Object Photos Mandylion of&#160;Edessa 3rd-5th century Tempera on linen attached to wood, silver, gilt copper, various stones 65 x 45 x 21 cm Office of the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff,&#160;Vatican City&#160;State &#160; Mosaic Fragment with Image of&#160;Saint Paul&#160;the Apostle ca. 799 (restored by G. B. Calandra in 1625) Mosaic 59.7 x 39.7 x 9 cm&#160; Vatican Museums,&#160;Vatican City&#160;State &#160; Cast of the Hand of Pope John Paul II October 2002 Cecco Bonanotte (born 1942) Bronze 100 x 100 x 10 cm Office of the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff,&#160;Vatican City&#160;State &#160; Bust of Pope John Paul II 20th&#160;century Enrico Manfrini,&#160;Italy&#160;(born 1917) Bronze 40 x 29 x 36 cm Private collection,&#160;Vatican City&#160;State &#160; Bust of an Angel Giotto di Bondone (1267?-1337)&#160; 1310-1313 (?) (drawing) Polychrome mosaic 92 x 98 x 6.5 cm The Reverenda Fabbrica of Saint... http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?59 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Tue, 26 Aug 2008 20:00:00 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?53 CONSULTANTS TO THE EXHIBITION Brother Charles Hilken, F.S.C., M.S.L., Ph. D., is professor and chair of the Department of History at Saint Mary’s College of California. Trained as a medieval historian with special emphasis on manuscript studies, he has twice been elected a research fellow of the Pontifical Institute of Mediaeval Studies in Toronto. He has authored two books, including Memory and Community in Southern Medieval Italy: The History, Chapter Book, and Necrology of Santa Maria del Gualdo Mazzocca, which was released in 2008. Brother Charles was the historical consultant for a film documentary on the Vatican starring the late Sir Peter Ustinov, and for a previous exhibition, he helped evaluate and select never-before-exhibited objects from the papal sacristy. Peter Radetsky, Ph.D. is the content developer and writer of this exhibition. Formerly a contributing editor of Discover Magazine and teacher at the University of California, Santa Cruz, he has written seven... http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?53 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Mon, 09 Jun 2008 17:00:00 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?56 What is the Vatican? The Vatican is an independent state located inside the city of Rome covering an area of 17 square miles. It is the home of Pope Benedict XVI, the current head of the Catholic Church worldwide. The Roman Pontiff, who resides at the Vatican, as the successor of Peter, is the perpetual and visible principle and foundation of unity of both the bishops and of the faithful. About one billion people worldwide profess the Catholic faith. Who lives there? In addition to the pope, there are 400 residents including the Swiss Guard. How long has Vatican City State existed? While many of the properties were built centuries ago (during the existence of the Papal States, ended in 1870), including the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican only became a state in 1929 when the Lateran Treaty recognized the sovereign independence of Vatican City. What constitutes Vatican Citys government? Benedict XVI is the official head of state. The College of... http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?56 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Mon, 09 Jun 2008 17:00:00 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?54 <div><img height="557" alt="" src="/attachments/wysiwyg/207/left photo sheet.gif" width="369" border="0" longDesc="Mandylion of Edessa, Mosaic-Saint Paul, Bronze Hand-John Paul II, Bust-John Paul II, Bust of Angel-Giotto, Thanka by Dalai Lama, Papal Tiara-Pius VII, Votive Plaque-Tomb, Ring-Pius VI copy, Bernini-Saint Peter, Cope-Pius IX, Pastoral Staff-John Paul II, Table Cross-Leo XIII, Michelangelo Compass, Cathedra-Saint Peter, Halbardier-Half Dress, Bascinet, Sistine Chapel Exhibit Room, Painting Sistine Chapel, Ancient Basilica, Stories of the Popes" /></div> <div><img height="557" alt="" src="/attachments/wysiwyg/207/right photo sheet.gif" width="385" border="0" longDesc="Mandylion of Edessa, Mosaic-Saint Paul, Bronze Hand-John Paul II, Bust-John Paul II, Bust of Angel-Giotto, Thanka by Dalai Lama, Papal Tiara-Pius VII, Votive Plaque-Tomb, Ring-Pius VI copy, Bernini-Saint Peter, Cope-Pius IX, Pastoral Staff-John Paul II, Table Cross-Leo XIII, Michelangelo Compass, Cathedra-Saint Peter, Halbardier-Half Dress, Bascinet, Sistine Chapel Exhibit Room, Painting Sistine Chapel, Ancient Basilica, Stories of the Popes" /></div> http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?54 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Mon, 09 Jun 2008 17:00:00 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?48 Object Photos Mandylion of Edessa 3rd-5th century Tempera on linen attached to wood, silver, gilt copper, various stones 65 x 45 x 21 cm Office of the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff, Vatican City State Mosaic Fragment with Image of Saint Paul the Apostle ca. 799 (restored by G. B. Calandra in 1625) Mosaic 59.7 x 39.7 x 9 cm Vatican Museums, Vatican City State Cast of the Hand of Pope John Paul II October 2002 Cecco Bonanotte (born 1942) Bronze 100 x 100 x 10 cm Office of the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff, Vatican City State Bust of Pope John Paul II 20th century Enrico Manfrini, Italy (born 1917) Bronze 40 x 29 x 36 cm Private collection, Vatican City State Bust of an Angel Giotto di Bondone (1267?-1337) 1310-1313 (?) (drawing) Polychrome mosaic 92 x 98 x 6.5 cm The Reverenda Fabbrica of Saint Peter, Vatican City State Thanka Given by the XIV Dalai Lama, Tibet 1978 Multi-colored silk, pearls, coral 165 x 111... http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?48 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Mon, 09 Jun 2008 15:00:00 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?47 Many of the works and documents exhibited in Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Swiss Guard have never been on public display or previously left the Vatican. Therefore, this exhibition has provided an occasion for undertaking a careful restoration and conservation process that will preserve these objects for future generations. The following institutions have lent the objects for this exhibition, one of the largest collections from the Vatican ever to tour North America: · The Office of the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff – the duty of the Office is to prepare all that is necessary for liturgical celebrations or any other sacred celebrations either presided by the pope, or at which he participates or assists, or which are presided in his name by a Cardinal or Prelate. One important task of the Office is the planning, publication and distribution of special prayer-booklets for each liturgy, an asset that guarantees... http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?47 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Mon, 09 Jun 2008 14:00:00 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?45 Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Swiss Guard features approximately 200 works of art and historically significant objects, many of which have never left the Vatican. The exhibition is organized into four thematic sections that illustrate the evolution of the Church and its papacy beginning with Saint Peter through the papacy of Pope Benedict XVI, with special emphasis on the founding 500 years ago of the Renaissance (current) Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Papal Swiss Guard and the Vatican Museums. The objects are presented in galleries and recreated environments that enhance the visitors understanding of their historical and artistic significance. Exhibition designers want visitors to feel transported to the Vatican, from the underground catacombs where the remains of Saint Peter were discovered to the magnificent papal chambers found above ground. From the sights and sounds of the grand Basilica to a touchable cast of John Paul II’s... http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?45 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Mon, 09 Jun 2008 13:00:00 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?41 CLEVELAND – April 10, 2008 – One of the largest collections of art, documents and historically significant objects from the Vatican ever to tour North America is coming to the Western Reserve Historical Society in Cleveland beginning May 31, 2008, for a limited, exclusive regional engagement. Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Swiss Guard will present unique objects illustrating the Vatican’s impact on history and culture through 2,000 years. The timing of the exhibition commemorates the 500th anniversary of Saint Peter’s Basilica, the founding of the Vatican Museums, Michelangelo’s painting of the Sistine Chapel ceiling and the establishment of the Papal Swiss Guard. Vatican Splendors is visiting only three U.S. cities, so we feel very fortunate to have it come here to Cleveland, said Dr. Gainor Davis, president of the Western Reserve Historical Society. Since such a large percentage of Northeastern Ohios population has Catholic roots, the... http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?41 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Thu, 29 May 2008 22:00:00 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?44 FACT SHEET WHAT: One of the largest collections of art, documents and historically significant objects from the Vatican ever to tour North America is coming to Cleveland. The Western Reserve Historical Society hosts Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Swiss Guard beginning May 31, 2008. The exhibition features approximately 200 rare works of art and historically significant objects, many of which have never left the Vatican, that illustrate the Vatican’s impact on history and culture through 2,000 years. Cleveland is one of only three U.S. cities to host Vatican Splendors. Highlights of the exhibition include Michelangelos compass and tools used in the building of the Sistine Chapel; works by Bernini, Giotto, Guercino and others; artwork dating back to the third century; venerated relics (bone fragments) of Saint Peter; the pastoral staff of Pope John Paul II and items from the election of Pope Benedict XVI, including election... http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?44 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Wed, 28 May 2008 13:00:00 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?17 One of the largest collections of Vatican art and historical objects ever viewed in North America to open in St. Petersburg Reliquary holding fragment of bones of Saint Peter, Michelangelo personal items, Bernini’s sculpture, Papal election objects, earliest known representation of Jesus featured in collection. SAINT PETERSBURG, Fla. (November 7, 2007) – One of the largest collections of art, documents and historically significant objects from the Vatican ever to tour North America is coming to Florida International Museum beginning February 9, 2008. Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and Swiss Guard wwill present unique objects illustrating the Vatican’s impact on history and culture through 2,000 years. The timing of the exhibition commemorates the 500th anniversary of Saint Peter’s Basilica, the founding of the Vatican Museums, Michelangelo’s painting of the Sistine Chapel ceiling and the establishment of the Papal Swiss Guard. Only three U.S.... http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?17 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Tue, 29 Jan 2008 20:00:00 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?16 Exhibition Organizers Vatican Splendors is organized and circulated in conjunction with the Governatorato of the Vatican City State. The exhibition is produced by Evergreen Exhibitions in association with the Florida International Museum. Objects in the exhibition are on loan from the Office of the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff, the Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples, the Vatican Museums, the Reverenda Fabbrica of Saint Peter, and the Apostolic Floreria. Additional objects are on loan by the Papal Swiss Guard and private collections. Florida International Museum is a non-profit educational institution supported, in part, by the Florida Arts Council, State of Florida, Division of Cultural Affairs and Institute of Museum & Library Services. Other major sponsors include Starbucks, City of St. Petersburg, Pinellas Arts Council, Renaissance Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Borders, Clear Channel Outdoor, Carlton Fields and Raymond James & Associates. Evergreen... http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?16 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Tue, 29 Jan 2008 20:00:00 GMT Release http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?10 Many of the works and documents exhibited in Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and Swiss Guard have never been on public display or previously left the Vatican. Therefore, this exhibition has provided an occasion for undertaking a careful restoration and conservation process that will preserve these objects for future generations. The following institutions have lent the objects for this exhibition, one of the largest collections from the Vatican ever to tour North America: The Office of the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff - the duty of the Office is to prepare all that is necessary for liturgical celebrations or any other sacred celebrations either presided by the pope, or at which he participates or assists, or which are presided in his name by a Cardinal or Prelate. One most important task of the Office is the planning, publication and distribution of special prayer-booklets for each liturgy, an asset that guarantees... http://www.vaticansplendors.com/en/rel/?10 noemail@vaticansplendors.com Tue, 29 Jan 2008 19:00:00 GMT