The contents comprise a collection of lamps, glass vessels, gems, &c.,
found in the Catacombs. In the room beyond is a very interesting
collection of Byzantine and medieval Italian paintings, a Russian
calendar, and other interesting objects. At the end of this vista of
rooms is a full-length seated portrait of Pius IX., painted on glass
at Aix-la-Chapelle.
_N.B.--The following collections at the Vatican are open only on
Thursdays from nine till three; special permission is required._