In 1831, the largest collection of early chess pieces found in Western Europe - sculptures carved from walrus teeth - was discovered on the beach of the Isle of Lewis in Scotland. Famous as the most outstanding ancient chess pieces in the world. Original: British Museum, London. Scandinavian griffin style, 2nd half of the 12th century. Polymer ars mundi museum replica, moulded by hand, with antique leg effect. Just under 10 cm high.
With orb, sword and crown of lilies, the universal monarch, who has already become a symbolic ruler, appears here. The original of this world-famous bronze sculpture is one of the most precious treasures of world art. Original: Musée du Louvre, Paris. 9th century, from the treasury of Metz Cathedral. Finely patinated cast bronze with traces of genuine gilding. Size incl. base 26.5 x 17 x 9 cm (h/w/d).
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.
Symbol of a dramatic era of Roman-German empire. The sight of it fascinated Frederick II of Hohenstaufen. Despite its folded back wings, the falcon radiates anything but calm. It is said that the emperor had himself depicted as a hunter, in keeping with his nature. Original: MMA, New York. German or Norman, around 1220. ars mundi museum replica, bronze, cast by hand, hand-gilt. Total height 33 cm, black diabase base 10 x 6.5 x 10 cm.
Symbol of a dramatic era of Roman-German empire. The sight of it fascinated Frederick II of Hohenstaufen. Despite its folded back wings, the falcon radiates anything but calm. It is said that the emperor had himself depicted as a hunter, in keeping with his nature. Original: MMA, New York. German or Norman, around 1220. bronze. Polymer ars mundi museum replica, cast by hand, hand-gilt and patinated. Size incl. base 33 x 10 x 22 cm (h/w/d). Black diabase base 6.5 x 10 x 10 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 5.1 kg.
With a carving depth of approx. 5 cm, this work, also known as the 'London Adoration Relief', is the most beautiful surviving high relief by the master. It was probably the left wing of the Rothenburg St Anne's Altarpiece, which no longer exists. The original was sold to the British Museum in 1855 and is now on display at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. Absolutely authentic ars mundi museum replica in outstanding quality. Polymer-bonded art casting, cast by hand and patinated by hand. Size 105 x 57 cm, weight 28 kg.
Original: Staatliche Museen zu Berlin - Preußischer Kulturbesitz, Skulpturengalerie. Wood. From the predella of the large Münnerstadt high altar. Sculpture as a reduction: polymer ars mundi museum replica moulded by hand. Height 44 cm. Weight 12 kg.
One of the most beautiful surviving works is the kneeling angel figure at Wartburg Castle. Our museum replica repeats the darkened surface preferred by the artist, like the original of course without colour. Original in private ownership. Polymer ars mundi museum replica, cast by hand, with wood finish, patinated by hand. Height 64 cm, width 30 cm.
