Il pianto di Vercelli

<p><i>Il pianto di Vercelli</i> is a funeral oration delivered by Canon Pietro Antonio Muzzone in 1664 commemorating Christina of France Duchess of Savoy and Queen of Cyprus. This historical document captures the solemn ceremonies held in the cathedral by the esteemed decurions and the people of Vercelli. Muzzone's oration provides insight into the cultural and religious practices surrounding death and mourning in 17th-century Italy offering a glimpse into the life and legacy of a prominent European figure. The text is a valuable resource for historians and scholars interested in the intersection of religion politics and society during the Baroque era.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>