Pope Francis’ apartment sealed with red ribbon and wax after his death in Vatican ritual

Pope Francis’ formal apartment in the Vatican has been sealed, as part of the ritual declaring a “sede vacante” or vacant see - the period between the death of one pope and the election of another.

Apr 22, 2025 - 09:40
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Pope Francis’ apartment sealed with red ribbon and wax after his death in Vatican ritual

Pope Francis’ formal apartment in the Vatican has been sealed, as part of the ritual declaring a “sede vacante” or vacant see - the period between the death of one pope and the election of another.