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Charlemagne (742-814). King of the Franks (768-814) the Lombards (774-814) and emperor of the Romans (800-814). Charlemagne crowned emperor of the West. Entrance to the church. Retinue of prelades. Great Chronicles of France. 14th century. Miniature. The Goya Museum. Castres. France
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This exquisite 14th century miniature from the Great Chronicles of France depicts Charlemagne (742-814), a pivotal figure in European history, being crowned Emperor of the West by Pope Leo III (d. 816) in Rome on Christmas Day in the year 800. Charlemagne, also known as Charles the Great, was a Frankish king who ruled over the Franks, Lombards, and Romans during the early and middle ages. His reign marked the beginning of the Carolingian Dynasty and the Holy Roman Empire. The image captures the grandeur and solemnity of the occasion, with a retinue of prelates and dignitaries in attendance. Charlemagne, dressed in imperial robes and wearing a crown adorned with precious stones, is shown as a character of great authority and stature. The Pope, wearing his papal tiara, holds the imperial orb and the scepter as he bestows the imperial title upon Charlemagne, symbolizing his new role as the leader of Western Europe. This miniature is a testament to the artistic achievements of the Middle Ages and the enduring legacy of Charlemagne's reign. The image can be found in the Goya Museum in Castres, France, and is an invaluable historical document that continues to captivate scholars and visitors alike.
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