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Resolute Protector: Handcolored Print of a Senate Guard, Plate 35, 1862 This impressive handcolored lithograph, Resolute Protector, is Plate 35 from the 1862 second edition of Album ou Collection Complète, et Historique des Costumes de la Cour de Rome, illustrated by G. Perugini. It depicts a member of the Garde du Sénat (Senate Guard), a ceremonial and protective force within the Papal States tasked with maintaining order and symbolizing the authority of the Senate. The guard is shown in a formal red and white uniform, distinguished by gold epaulets and a black bicorne hat adorned with a green plume. His upright stance and confident expression convey a sense of discipline and readiness. He holds a ceremonial rifle, highlighting his role in ensuring security and decorum during official functions and Senate meetings. The Garde du Sénat played a critical role in reinforcing the governance of the Papal States, both symbolically and practically. Their distinctive uniforms and polished appearances reflected the formality and tradition of the institution they served, as well as their commitment to protecting its proceedings. This lithograph offers a detailed and vivid portrayal of the Senate Guard's ceremonial attire, making it a remarkable piece for collectors interested in historical military uniforms, ecclesiastical art, or the rich traditions of 19th-century Rome. Introduction Text Translation: A powerful interest is attached to the name of Rome, an interest even greater in the name of Christ. Rome, through its genius, the vast intelligence of its warriors, orators, and legislators, prepared the cradle where Catholicism was born, grew, developed, and established itself. The history of Catholicism is the history of this great and glorious city among all others. Virgil said in a truly prophetic verse: "To rule peoples, Roman, remember." This prophecy received the most glorious, complete developments: all conspired for the glory of the eternal city?its history, its arts, monuments, and the religion from which everything starts and to which everything returns. Yet, no other city in the universe contains such a collection: from the monuments of Augustus' time to those of Sixtus V and Leo XII; from pagan temples to saints' tombs and martyrs, all illustrate daily the majesty of Catholicism in its splendor. It was natural to offer the public the tableau of the splendid costumes of the Pontiffs and great dignitaries, as well as those of the humble garments of religious congregations. This is what we retrace in this Album. Amid the religious costumes, we have also included military corps contributing to the harmony of ceremonies. These figures, drawn by the skilled artist G. Perugini, are accompanied by explanatory texts derived from the works of the learned Father Hélyot. Table of Costumes in English (selected for relevance): - The Pope in Grand Ceremony - Cardinal in Choir Attire - Bishop in Pontifical Costume - Franciscan - Capuchin Friar - Jesuit - Reformed Redemptorist - Sister of Redemption (Plate 76) - Religious Sister of Perpetual Adoration (Plate 77) - Benedictine (Plate 78) - Zocolette (Plate 79) - Lateran Canoness (Plate 80) - Senator and Pages (Plate 25) - Secret Chamberlain (Plate 26) - Caudataire (Plate 27) - Capitoline Estafier (Plate 31) - Noble Guard (Plate 32) - Garde Civique Officer (Plate 33) - Officer of the Line (Plate 34) - Senate Guard (Plate 35) - Swiss Guard Officer (Plate 39) - Dean of Palfreniers (Plate 94) This lithograph is an evocative representation of the ceremonial splendor and historical significance of the Senate Guard, making it a valuable addition for enthusiasts of military and ceremonial art or those captivated by the traditions of the Papal States.
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