This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/16/2011
Priest, poet, playwright, politician of consummate skill, and ultimately, Pope. In the opinion of some, "the man of the century". He died on April 2, 2005. Divine color glossy 8” x 12” photograph of Pope John Paul II wearing white, signed “Joannes Paulus II” in black felt pen. Embossed papal seal with brief Latin inscription is present at the bottom left, with “J” in the Pope’s signature intersecting the seal. In very fine condition. Acquired directly from a high ranking member within the Vatican and accompanied by a detailed Letter of Provenance.