Gallery: The Surreal Trade Show for Italy's $5B Religious Paraphernalia Market
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Workers transport a crucifix, a statue of a former pope, and other holy objects via dolly.
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A vendor passes the time on his phone.
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Baby Jesuses for sale.
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A nun browses an abundance of shiny ciboria cups.
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A vendor mounts a crucifix for sale on the wall.
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Silver-plated crosses and gilded icons depicting various saints are displayed on velvet.
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Deciding where a statue should go.
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Madonna figurines keep watch over the office supplies.
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A refreshment table stands before a painting of Jesus's last supper.
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An employee makes a quick stop in the supply closet. Nearby, a display box holds a pastoral staff.
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A vender seated at a faux-leather desk and surrounded by silver-plated icons.
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Clergy men and women browsing the show floor.
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Mannequins display liturgical garments.
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A statue still in its packaging.
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Wooden crucifixes and a trash can.
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