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St. Peter's Basilica: Monument to Pope Gregory XVI

Monument to Pope Gregory XVI

Monument to Pope Gregory XVI in the Gregorian Chapel off the right aisle, depicting the Missions of the Pope. At the base is a door leading into the Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament. The two allegorical figures represent Wisdom (crowned by a flame) and Prudence (with a mirror and a snake).

Credit: Holly Hayes