Innocenzo X
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Innocenzo X, born Giovanni Battista Pamphilj, was pope from 1644 to 1655 and is notable for his patronage of the arts, including commissioning works from the great painter Diego Velázquez. His portrait by Velázquez is renowned for its striking realism and emotional depth, famously prompting the pope to exclaim 'Troppo vero!' ('Too real!').
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He was the pope whose death triggered the conclave in January 1655.
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Italy· 2025-05-08
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Innocenzo X is famously portrayed in a painting by Velázquez, who captures his likeness with striking realism.
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Italy· 2025-02-28
