Equestrian statue of Charlemagne | |
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Artist | Agostino Cornacchini |
Year | 1725 |
Type | Sculpture |
Subject | Charlemagne |
Location | St Peter's Basilica, Vatican City |
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. [citation needed]