The Crowning of Charlemagne
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Title
The Crowning of Charlemagne
Subject
The painting depicting the pope crowning Charlemagne.
Description
Pope Leo the 3rd crowning Charlemagne Emperor. this was all done in order to further legitimize Charlemagne rule as well as provide the church with a powerful benefactor and protector. Thus, starting the circular division of power between the emperors and the Catholic church.
Creator
Friedrich Kaulbach
Date
25 December 800 CE.
Rights
Public Domain
Type
Painting
Files
Collection
Citation
Friedrich Kaulbach, “The Crowning of Charlemagne,” Medieval European Art History, accessed July 1, 2024, https://professionalhejazi.com/MedievalEuropeanArt/items/show/3.