Pictures: Vatican releases photos of Pope Francis in open casket

The Vatican on Tuesday published the first photo and video of Pope Francis lying in state, showing the late Pontiff in an open coffin dressed in red liturgical vestments, a mitre on his head and a rosary placed in his hands.

The body of Pope Francis lies in state at the Vatican's Domus Sanctae Marthae chapel, Monday, April 21, 2025. Credit: Vatican Media — The body of Pope Francis lies in state at the Vatican’s Domus Sanctae Marthae chapel, Monday, April 21, 2025. Credit: Vatican Media

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Cardinal Kevin Farrell blesses Pope Francis as he lies in state at the Vatican’s Domus Sanctae Marthae before his transfer to St. Peter’s Basilica for public veneration, Monday, April 21, 2025. Credit: Vatican Media.

The body of Pope Francis lies in state at the Vatican’s Domus Sanctae Marthae chapel, surrounded by Swiss Guards, cardinals, and Vatican officials paying their respects before his transfer to St. Peter’s Basilica for public veneration, Monday, April 21, 2025. Credit: Vatican Media

Pope Francis’ hands are seen as his body lies in state at the Vatican’s Domus Sanctae Marthae chapel, Monday, April 21, 2025. Credit: Vatican Media

Faith Omoboye

Faith Omoboye is a foreign affairs correspondent with background in History and International relations. Her work focuses on African politics, diplomacy, and global governance.