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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a rich exploration of the papal treasury in the heart of Christianity, the Basilica di San Pietro in Rome, during three turbulent centuries of its history, from the 12th to the 15th. Drawing on the archives of the basilica's Chapter, the author takes an in-depth look at the treasures and vestments given to the church by popes, emperors, and other benefactors, setting them within the context of the broader history of the church and of Rome. The text sheds light on the great variety of liturgical objects in the treasury, from textiles and vestments to reliquaries and goldsmith work. It also places these within the history of art, showing how their changing styles reflected both the development of artistic techniques and the evolution of devotional practices. The author also pays attention to the political significance of the donations, such as the gifts given by popes during their stays in Avignon during the so-called "Babylonian Captivity." Throughout, the reader gains insights into the use of these treasures during the liturgy, as well as their importance as a symbol of papal power. This book will appeal to anyone with an interest in the history of the Catholic Church, the history of art and material culture, and the relationship between art and liturgy. It offers a unique glimpse into the heart of the Catholic Church during three centuries of dramatic change and upheaval. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.