Leader of the Roman Catholic Church for 19 years (1938-58) during the turbulence of WWII. Former papal secretary of state and papal diplomat.
 
EPH - Ephemera: oil on canvas by Adelina M. Raab. Measure 27"x22". Scattered scuffing with pigment loss at the edges and near the sitter's head. Overall very good given its age. Would greatly benefit from professional cleaning.
 
ADELINA (nee Madeline Murphy Raab) was a significant figure in Chicago's art scene, known for her early art studio "Francis O. Raab Studios," specializing in ecclesiastical art but later became a major art consultant and advocate for African American artists. She served as Chicago's Executive Director of Fine Arts in the 1980s, establishing a strong presence beyond just being a painter.
 
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