Pope, 1903-14. He condemned theological modernism and revolutionary movements in his encyclical Pascendi (1907), but was a champion of social reforms. He reformed the liturgy, re-codified canon law, and was canonized in 1954. Vintage matte-finish 9 x 12 three quarter length photo of the Pope seated in his chair, signed and inscribed in fountain pen in Italian bestowing a short prayer and signed 'Pius PP. X.' Some scattered light silvering working in from edges and several creases to mount, otherwise fine condition. COA John Reznikoff/University Archives and RRAuction COA.
