Equestrian statuette 'Charlemagne', cast metal version
€980.00
Product number:
23905873115
Product information "Equestrian statuette 'Charlemagne', cast metal version"
Emperor Charlemagne united almost the whole of Europe, initiated numerous important political reforms and helped Christianity achieve its final breakthrough in Europe. This equestrian statuette is one of the most precious treasures of world art and shows Charlemagne with orb, sword and crown of lilies. The original dates from the 9th century and belongs to the cathedral treasury of Metz Cathedral. Today the figure is a national monument in the Louvre, Paris. Elaborate, finely patinated and hand-polished metal casting. Height with base approx. 28 cm, length 18 cm, width 9 cm.