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The scepter of Charles V, also known in the early modern period as scepter of Charlemagne, is one of the most prominent preserved regalia of the Kingdom of France. It was donated by Charles V to the abbey of Saint-Denis on 7 May 1380, shortly before his death. [ 1 ]
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Charlemagne is represented in old age, wearing the Imperial Crown of the Holy Roman Empire and brandishing the Scepter of Charles V, traditionally known as "Scepter of Charlemagne". He is guarded by Oliver, who guides his horse, and by Roland, both looking out for potential enemies on the sides.
Statuette of Charlemagne on the sceptre of Charles V, 14th c., Louvre. One of the few surviving pieces of the medieval French crown jewels is the sceptre that Charles V had made for the future coronation of his son, Charles VI, currently on display in the Louvre. [22]
One of the engravings from the description of the treasury by Michel Félibien, 1706.Among other objects, it depicts Joyeuse (far left), the Cross of Saint Eligius (left), the bust reliquary of Saint Benedict (center), the Screen of Charlemagne (right); and on the front row, from left to right, Suger's Eagle, the Navette de Saint Denis, the Sardonyx Ewer, and the Crown of Charlemagne.
The scepter of Charles V, the sword of Charlemagne the rich fabrics, furs and capes, crown of gold leaves, golden chains and emblems were all presented in extremely precise detail; the Emperor's face and hands were almost lost in the majestic costume. [20]
Charles I (Charlemagne) 25 December 800 Pope Leo III: Rome, Italy Louis I: 5 October 816 Pope Stephen IV: Reims, France Lothair I: 5 April 823 Pope Paschal I: Rome, Italy Louis II: 15 June 844 Pope Sergius II: Rome, Italy Charles II: 29 December 875 Pope John VIII: Rome, Italy Charles III: 12 February 881 Rome, Italy Guy III of Spoleto: 21 ...
The Hours of Charles V is an illuminated book of Hours produced in Paris (possibly by the workshop of Jean Poyer) in the late 15th or early 16th century. A 17th century note in the book indicates that it was owned by Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor. The book was not made for Charles but he acquired it from an anonymous donor.