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Emperor Charlemagne (747-814) designating his successor, his son Louis of Aquitaine (Louis I the Pious or the Debonnaire, 778-840). Aix la Chapelle, September 813 (Charlemagne crowns Louis the Pious September 813). 19th century (engraving)
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Emperor Charlemagne (747-814) designating his successor, his son Louis of Aquitaine (Louis I the Pious or the Debonnaire, 778-840). Aix la Chapelle, September 813 (Charlemagne crowns Louis the Pious September 813). 19th century (engraving)
ELD4919124 Emperor Charlemagne (747-814) designating his successor, his son Louis of Aquitaine (Louis I the Pious or the Debonnaire, 778-840). Aix la Chapelle, September 813 (Charlemagne crowns Louis the Pious September 813). 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive
Media ID 38331336
© © The Holbarn Archive / Bridgeman Images
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This 19th-century engraving captures a pivotal moment in history as Emperor Charlemagne designates his successor, his son Louis of Aquitaine, also known as Louis I the Pious or the Debonnaire. The scene takes place in Aix la Chapelle in September 813, where Charlemagne officially crowns Louis the Pious.
The image exudes a sense of power and authority, with Charlemagne bestowing upon his son the responsibility of leading the Carolingian dynasty. The intricate details of their regal attire and expressions convey the weight of this significant moment.
As we gaze upon this historical print, we are transported back to a time when empires were forged through bloodlines and succession was a matter of divine right. The legacy of Charlemagne looms large in this image, symbolizing an era of conquest and consolidation under one powerful ruler.
Through this engraving, we are reminded of the complexities of medieval politics and the importance placed on lineage and inheritance. It serves as a visual testament to the enduring impact that figures like Charlemagne had on shaping European history.
Overall, this print is not just a depiction of a father passing down his crown to his son; it is a representation of dynastic power and political continuity during a tumultuous period in Europe's past.
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