Showing posts with label Vatican City. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Vatican City. Show all posts

Sunday, June 29, 2008

"On Guard" - Vatican's Swiss Guard

The Swiss Guards have for centuries watched over Vatican City. Although they dress in a colorful renaissance costume, they are well trained, courageous and loyal Military Soldiers who protect the Pope. Click on this link to read about their history - it's rather interesting.

Oil on gessoed masonite board - 7 x 5".