Italian-born pope (1881–1963), born Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli, who ascended the papal throne in 1958 and served until his death. As the guiding force behind the historic Second Vatican Council, John ushered in the most sweeping reforms the Catholic church had undergone in centuries. Vintage matte-finish 5.5 x 9 pre-papal photo, signed “+ Ang. Jos. Roncalli” with a lengthy inscription in French to Baron von Lersner, dated Paris, December 26, 1949. Slightly irregular ink adhesion and light glue stains to lower margin (touching a few words), otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.
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