Veronica's Veil

Private Tours of the Vatican Museums

St Veronica by Francesco Mochi

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The colossal statue of Santa Veronica (1629-32), which stands in one of the four niches in the crossing of St Peter's Basilica, is the work of the Tuscan sculptor, Francesco Mochi (1580-1654).

The statue, which is signed 'FRANCISCUS MOCHIUS A MONTE VARCHI FACIEBAT', celebrates what was once the most famous relic in the church, namely the sudarium or veil of Saint Veronica. 

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St Veronica (det.) by Francesco Mochi

St Veronica (det.) by Francesco Mochi