| Equestrian statue of Charlemagne | |
|---|---|
| Artist | Agostino Cornacchini |
| Year | 1725 |
| Type | Sculpture |
| Subject | Charlemagne |
| Location | St Peter's Basilica, Vatican City |
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The equestrian statue of Charlemagne (1725), which portrays the Holy Roman Emperor Charlemagne (742–814), was commissioned by Pope Clement XI (1649–1721) and carved by the Italian artist Agostino Cornacchini (1686–1754). It stands to the left (southern) end of the narthex or entrance portico of St Peter's Basilica, opposite the Vision of Constantine statue at the start of the Scala Regia.
See also
References
- ^ Stobaugh, James P. (2014). Studies in World History Volume 1 (Student): Creation Through the Age of Discovery (4004 BC to AD 1500). New Leaf Publishing Group. p. 235. ISBN 9781614583882. Retrieved 30 September 2019.
- ^ a b "St. Peter's - Charlemagne Equestrian Statue". stpetersbasilica.info. Retrieved 30 September 2019.
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