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Charlemagne
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Charlemagne

Nicolaes de Bruyn · 1582 - 1635 · engraving; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

About this work

Charlemagne, a famous commander from the Christian era, standing with a sceptre and shield on the battlefield. He is part of The Nine Worthies. Below the image a verse in Latin. The image is framed with scrollwork and various animals, such as a cat stalking a mouse, monkeys and rabbits on which two boys are hunting. This print is part of an album.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Credit lineKarel de Grote. 1582 - 1635. Nicolaes de Bruyn. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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