Charles Le Chauve Collection

Strasbourg Oath: Treaty of Verdun, 843. The sons of Louis the Pieux divided the territory
JAB5036968 Strasbourg Oath: Treaty of Verdun, 843. The sons of Louis the Pieux divided the territory: Charles the Bald received the West, Louis the Germanic the East, and Lothaire

Portrait of Charles II the Bald (823 - 877), King of France
NWI4946468 Portrait of Charles II the Bald (823 - 877), King of France; (add.info.: Portrait of Charles II the Bald (823 - 877), King of France); Photo © North Wind Pictures

Charles the Bald (823-877). King of West France, Italy, and Holy Roman Emperor
FLO4702640 Charles the Bald (823-877). King of West France, Italy, and Holy Roman Emperor. He sits on the throne holding orb and sceptre, with two weaponcarriers holding his sword, shield and lance

Charles ΙΙ, or Charles the Bald (823-877), 9th-century king of West Francia and Italy
6338929 Charles ΙΙ, or Charles the Bald (823-877), 9th-century king of West Francia and Italy, emperor of the Carolingian Empire by Villain (19th century); (add.info.: Charles ΙΙ)

Hastings a Luna (engraving)
7193997 Hastings a Luna (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hastings a Luna. Illustration for Histoire de France en Cent Tableaux by Paul Lehugeur (A Lahure)

Mort de Robert le Fort a Brissarthe (engraving)
7194000 Mort de Robert le Fort a Brissarthe (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mort de Robert le Fort a Brissarthe)

Pillage d une ville par les Normands (engraving)
7193998 Pillage d une ville par les Normands (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pillage d une ville par les Normands)

Charles le Chauve et l empereur Lothaire (colour litho)
2796761 Charles le Chauve et l empereur Lothaire (colour litho) by Jacquemin, Raphael (1821-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles le Chauve et l empereur Lothaire)

Charles le Chauve (engraving)
672134 Charles le Chauve (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles le Chauve)

Charles le Chauve (chromolitho)
975766 Charles le Chauve (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles le Chauve)

IX Siecle, Regne de Charles II, Charles le Chauve (engraving)
5220239 IX Siecle, Regne de Charles II, Charles le Chauve (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: IX Siecle, Regne de Charles II, Charles le Chauve)

Fr 6465 f. 140 Lothair I (795-855) Emperor of the West in combat with his brothers Louis
EDI38993 Fr 6465 f.140 Lothair I (795-855) Emperor of the West in combat with his brothers Louis the German (c.804-76) and Charles the Bald (823-77) at Fontenoy en Puisaye in 841 (vellum)

Charles Ii 823 To 877 Also Charles The Bald And His Brother Louis The German Make Treaty At Strasbourg In 842 From Histoire De France By Colart Published Circa 1840

Charles II (823-77) the Bald and his brother Louis the German make treaty at Strasbourg in 842
KW177720 Charles II (823-77) the Bald and his brother Louis the German make treaty at Strasbourg in 842, from Histoire de France by Colart, published c.1840 (engraving) by French School

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"Charles le Chauve: The 9th-Century King and Emperor of the Carolingian Empire" In this captivating collection of engravings and lithographs, we delve into the tumultuous reign of Charles le Chauve, also known as Charles the Bald. Born in 823, he ascended to power as the king of West Francia and Italy, later becoming emperor of the Carolingian Empire. One engraving depicts a tragic event that marked his era - the Massacre des moines par les Normands. It serves as a haunting reminder of the constant threat posed by these fierce invaders during Charles' rule. Another engraving showcases Hastings a Luna, illustrating one battle fought under his command against these relentless foes. The Mort de Robert le Fort a Brissarthe is another poignant scene captured in an engraving. It portrays the loss suffered by Charles when his loyal companion fell in combat defending their lands from external threats. Pillage d'une ville par les Normands presents yet another grim reality faced by Charles and his people - frequent raids on cities that left devastation in their wake. These engravings serve as visual records of an era fraught with turmoil and conflict. Amidst these challenges, there were moments where alliances were forged for stability. One such instance is depicted in an enchanting colour lithograph titled "Charles le Chauve et l'empereur Lothaire. " This artwork captures a rare moment when Charles united forces with Emperor Lothair I against their common enemies. Throughout history, depictions have immortalized this remarkable ruler's legacy. Engravings like "Charles le Chauve" showcase him adorned with regal attire befitting his status as king and emperor. A chromolithograph further enhances our understanding of this influential figure who shaped Europe during IX Siecle Regne de Charles II.