Memory from Città del Vaticano, Vatican City
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Tomb of Benedict XIV, located in St

Città del VaticanoVatican City

Tomb of Benedict XIV, located in St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City. The tomb, a Baroque sculptural monument, features a sculpted figure of Benedict XIV, dressed in papal robes, with his right arm extended. Another sculpted figure is seen to the right of Benedict XIV. A partially-visible inscription, "BENEDICTO XIV PONT. MAX.," is on a vertical panel. The background includes ornate detailing, including gold embellishments and a depiction of a dove. The architectural context suggests the interior of a large, ornate church.