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Sixtus IV

Type Figure Region Italy Time 1414–1484 Also known as Pope Sixtus IV、Francesco della Rovere、教宗西斯都四世

Born Francesco della Rovere, elected Roman pope in 1471 and serving until his death in 1484.…

Timeline

  1. 1471–1475Rome · LazioImmediately after his election he began curial administrative reforms, launched construction of the Sistine Chapel, and vigorously promoted members of the della Rovere family into the upper ranks of the curia.
  2. 1476–1480Vatican · LazioHis relations with the Medici family of Florence intensified, and he was accused of supporting the Pazzi conspiracy of 1478; meanwhile he continued to expand the Vatican palace and library, consolidating the papacy's influence in Italian politics.

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