Equestrian statue of Charlemagne (Cornacchini)
The Equestrian statue of Charlemagne (1725), which portrays the Holy Roman Emperor Charlemagne (742–814),[1][2] was commissioned by Pope Clement XI (1649–1721) and carved by the Italian artist Agostino Cornacchini (1686–1754). It stands to the left of the portico of St Peter's Basilica.
| Equestrian statue of Charlemagne | |
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| Artist | Agostino Cornacchini |
| Year | 1725 |
| Type | Sculpture |
| Subject | Charlemagne |
| Location | St Peter's Basilica, Vatican City |
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.
- "St. Peter's - Charlemagne Equestrian Statue". stpetersbasilica.info. Retrieved 30 September 2019.
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