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A papal gentleman, formally a Gentleman of His Holiness, is a lay attendant of the pope and his papal household in Vatican City. Papal gentlemen serve in the Apostolic Palace near St. Peter's Basilica in ceremonial positions, such as escorting dignitaries during state visits and other important occasions. It is a local name for the old court position of valet de chambre. To be appointed is an honor. The appointee is an unpaid volunteer.
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Città del Vaticano - Cupola della Basilica di S. Pietro
Città del Vaticano - Cupola della Basilica di S. Pietro
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Christopher de Paus (1862), wearing a papal chamberlain's dress, in Spanish Renaissance style
Christopher de Paus (1862), wearing a papal chamberlain's dress, in Spanish Renaissance style
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The coat of arms of Vatican City State, as per the 2023 w:en:Fundamental Law of Vatican City State, ...
The coat of arms of Vatican City State, as per the 2023 w:en:Fundamental Law of Vatican City State, ...
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The coat of arms of Vatican City State, as per the 2023 w:en:Fundamental Law of Vatican City State, ...
The coat of arms of Vatican City State, as per the 2023 w:en:Fundamental Law of Vatican City State, ...
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On 26 April 2025, Ursula von der Leyen traveled to Roma to attend the funeral ceremony of Pope Franc...
On 26 April 2025, Ursula von der Leyen traveled to Roma to attend the funeral ceremony of Pope Franc...
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Depicted person: Wilhelm Wedel-Jarlsberg – Norwegian nobleman (1852-1909)
Depicted person: Wilhelm Wedel-Jarlsberg – Norwegian nobleman (1852-1909)
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