Images of Medieval Art and Architecture

The Treasure of Saint Denis

Scepter of Charlemagne


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Adapted from Félibien, Plate IV, Item P


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Description

Gold scepter whose length is five feet and ten thumbs. On the end is an enameled gold lily on which is represented Charlemagne sitting on his throne with these words engraved beneath: SANTUS KARLUS MAGNUS. ITALIA. ROME. GALLIA. GERMANIA.

Félibien, pages 543. Translated by Jane Vadnal.


History


Notes


Bibliography

Félibien, page 543.

Louvre,no. 57, page 264-71.

Montesquiou-Fezenac, I and II, no. 116, III, p 79-81, pl 68-73.

Gaborit-Chopin (1987), p 73, 80-3.


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