Karolus Magnus Collection

The Donation of Charlemagne, c. 1565. Creator: Zuccari, Taddeo (1529-1566)
The Donation of Charlemagne, c. 1565. Found in the collection of the Apostolic Palace, Vatican

Emperor Charles the Great, 1511-1512. Creator: Dürer, Albrecht (1471-1528)
Emperor Charles the Great, 1511-1512. Found in the Collection of the Germanisches Nationalmuseum, Nuremberg

Carolus Magnus, illustration from Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et
955709 Carolus Magnus, illustration from Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et occidentalium verissimae imagines ex antiquis numismatis, woodcut by Rudolph Wyssenbach

Charles the Great, King of the Franks, 1897. Found in the Collection of Palais de Justice, Paris

Charles the Great, King of the Franks, 1360-1364. Found in the collection of National Gallery, Prague

The envoys of the Caliph Harun al-Rashid offering a clock to Charlemagne, 1660. Artist: Jordaens, Jacob (1593-1678)
The envoys of the Caliph Harun al-Rashid offering a clock to Charlemagne, 1660. Found in the collection of Musee des Beaux-Arts de Cambrai

Haroun al Raschids Presents, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Haroun al Raschids Presents, 1882. Private Collection

The Coronation of Charlemagne, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
The Coronation of Charlemagne, 1882. Private Collection

Charlemagnes School of the Palace, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Charlemagnes School of the Palace, 1882. Private Collection

The Imperial Coronation of Charles the Great by Pope Leo III in 800, 1724. Artist: Stauder, Jacob Carl (1694-1756)
The Imperial Coronation of Charles the Great by Pope Leo III in 800, 1724. Found in the collection of Benediktinerabtei Ottobeuren

Charles the Great (From Livro do Ameiro-Mor), 1509. Artist: Anonymous
Charles the Great (From Livro do Ameiro-Mor), 1509. Found in the collection of Arquivo Nacional da Torre do Tombo

Charles the Great. Artist: Durer, Albrecht, (Workshop)
Charles the Great. Found in the collection of Deutsches Historisches Museum

Charlemagne receives Alcuin, 780. Artist: Schnetz, Jean-Victor (1787-1870)
Charlemagne receives Alcuin, 780. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Charlemagne crowns his son Louis the Pious in 813. Artist: Alaux, Jean (1786-1864)
Charlemagne crowns his son Louis the Pious in 813. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Charles the Great, King of the Franks, 1594. Artist: Bruyn, Nicolaes de (1571-1656)
Charles the Great, King of the Franks, 1594. Found in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

The Coronation of Emperor Charlemagne by Pope Leo III (Illustration from the Geschichte des deutschen Volkes by E)
The Coronation of Emperor Charlemagne by Pope Leo III (Illustration from the Geschichte des deutschen Volkes by E. Duller), 1840. From a private collection

Baptism of Saxon leader Widukind (Illustration from the Geschichte des deutschen Volkes by E. Duller), 1840. From a private collection

Dietrich Kagelwit (ca 1300-1367), Archbishop of Magdeburg (Illustration from the History of Prussia). Book design, Private Collection

The Coronation of Emperor Charlemagne by Pope Leo III, 1840. (Illustration from the Geschichte des deutschen Volkes by E. Duller). Kirchhoff, Johann Jakob (1796-1848). Book design. Private Collection

Baptism of Saxon leader Widukind, 1840. (Illustration from the Geschichte des deutschen Volkes by E. Duller). Kirchhoff, Johann Jakob (1796-1848). Book design. Private Collection

Charlemagne, also known as Charles the Great or Charles I, 742 - 814. King of the Franks, King of the Lombards and Holy Roman Emperor

Conquest Of Jerusalem By Charlemagne, Carolus Magnus Or Karolus Magnus, Charles The Great, 742 - 814, King Of The Franks. After A Miniature From The 15Th Century Manuscript Chroniques De Charlemagne

Coronation Of Charlemagne, Carolus Magnus Or Karolus Magnus, Charles The Great, 742 - 814, King Of The Franks. After A Miniature From The 14Th Century Manuscript Chroniques De St. Denis

Coronation Of Charlemagne In The City Of Jerusalem. Charlemagne, Carolus Magnus Or Karolus Magnus, Charles The Great, 742 - 814, King Of The Franks

Charlemagne 742 Or 747 To 814 Receiving Oath Of Fidelity And Homage From One Of His Great Feudatories Or High Barons. Facsimile From 14Th Century Miniature From Chronicles Of St Denis

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"Karolus Magnus: The Great Emperor of the Franks" Illustrations from various eras depict the legendary figure, Karolus Magnus, also known as Charles the Great. In 1897, an artist captured his majestic presence in "Charles the Great, King of the Franks. " Another artwork from 1360-1364 showcases his regal stature and influence. One intriguing piece portrays a historical event when envoys of Caliph Harun al-Rashid presented Charlemagne with a clock in 1660. Painted by Jacob Jordaens, this scene highlights their cultural exchange during that time. The coronation of Charlemagne is beautifully depicted in two anonymous artworks from 1882. These masterpieces capture the grandeur and significance of this momentous occasion. Additionally, another painting shows Charlemagne's School of the Palace, illustrating his commitment to education and intellectual growth. A notable event was immortalized by Jacob Carl Stauder in 1724 - Pope Leo III crowning Charles the Great as emperor in 800 AD. This symbolic act solidified Charlemagne's position as a powerful ruler. Artists throughout history have been captivated by Karolus Magnus' legacy. An anonymous work from 1509 showcases him within Livro do Ameiro-Mor (Book of Amiral Major), emphasizing his enduring impact on European history. Albrecht Durer's workshop produced an exquisite portrayal capturing Charles' greatness through intricate details and craftsmanship. Jean-Victor Schnetz depicts an important encounter between Charlemagne and Alcuin in 780 AD when they met to discuss matters related to education and culture. Lastly, Jean Alaux commemorates another significant moment - Charlemagne crowning his son Louis the Pious in 813 AD - signifying a smooth transition within their dynasty.