Pope Pius IX lying in state surrounded by four guards one at each corner and many candles lit behind. Remainder of title: /LYING IN STATE./ BEFORE THE HIGH ALTAR OF ST. PETER’S AT ROME, FEBY. 12TH 1878./ WITH HIS GUARD OF HONOR, FROM THE NOBLE GUARD. Additional signature information: 115 Nassau St. New York, lower right corner. (complete signature line in capitals).
The Body of His Holiness Pope Pius IX, Currier & Ives
