Photograph of the canonization of Pope Pius X Large black and white photograph taken in the Vatican City during the canonization of Pope Pius X to St Pius X. A floral decorated glass coffin containing the body of the late pope can be seen in the middleground to the left, being drawn by white horses. A procession of clergy members in ceremonial clerical dress and senior officials can be seen escorting the coffin to its destination. Crowds of onlookers are visible in the foreground and background of the image. The reverse side of the image reads 'Canon of Pius X 29 May 1954'. Image size 243 mm x 238 mm. 29 May 1954