Born Giuseppe Melchiorre Sarto in 1835, Pius X served as pope from 1903 until his death in 1914. Known for his conservative, anti-modernist philosophies, he became, in 1954, the first pope to be elevated to sainthood since Pius V in 1712. Matte-finish 2.25 x 3.5 portrait of Pope Pius X, affixed to its original 6 x 8.5 mount, inscribed on the mount with a five-line apostolic benediction, dated January 29, 1912, and signed, "Pius PP. X." Displayed in a period frame to a slightly larger size. In fine condition.Format: Signed Photo