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Francis I and Charles V at the Abbey Church of Saint-Denis, c
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Francis I and Charles V at the Abbey Church of Saint-Denis, c
XIR414647 Francis I and Charles V at the Abbey Church of Saint-Denis, c.1811 (pen & brown ink & graphite on paper) by Gros, Baron Antoine Jean (1771-1835); 41.3x25.8 cm; Louvre (Cabinet de dessins), Paris, France; (add.info.: Francois I (1494-1547) et Charles Quint (1500-58) a l abbaye de St. Denis; eglise abbatiale; basilique; burial site for French Kings; abbaye; King of France; Holy Roman Emperor; Habsburg dynasty; photographed by Adolphe Giraudon c.1898-99; b/w photo; black and white photograph; INV 27023 recto; Dauphin Henri II of France (1519-59); Habsbourg; plume, encre brune; ); French, out of copyright
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This print captures a historic moment in time, showcasing the meeting between two powerful figures: Francis I and Charles V at the Abbey Church of Saint-Denis. Created by Baron Antoine Jean Gros in 1811, this pen and brown ink drawing on paper transports us back to an era of grandeur and political significance. The image showcases Francis I, King of France from 1515 to 1547, alongside Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor from 1519 to 1556. They are depicted standing in the majestic interior of the abbey church, surrounded by its ornate architecture. The basilica served as a burial site for French kings and holds great historical importance. The attention to detail is remarkable; every stroke of Gros's pen brings life to this sketch-like study. The clergy members present add an air of solemnity with their mitres and croziers, emphasizing the religious context within which these rulers operated. Through this photograph taken by Adolphe Giraudon around 1898-99, we can appreciate not only the artistic talent behind Gros's work but also gain insight into the courtly dynamics that shaped European history during that period. It serves as a testament to both artists' abilities to capture significant moments through their chosen mediums. Displayed at Louvre (Cabinet de dessins) in Paris today, this artwork continues to inspire awe and curiosity about past events that have shaped our world.
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