Carolus Magnus, statue in Liège, Belgium
The Carolus Magnus statue is a large bronze and stone monument depicting a mounted rider at a central location in Liège. Created by Belgian artist Louis Jéhotte in 1868, the work shows the figure dressed in medieval garments with raised hand in a pose of strength and dignity.
The statue was created in 1868 by sculptor Louis Jéhotte, who revered Charlemagne as a key figure in Belgian history. The figure commemorates an 8th-century ruler who united large portions of Europe under single authority for the first time.
The statue depicts Charlemagne in a commanding pose on horseback with his arm raised as if offering protection or leadership. This image connects to local pride in Liège and reminds visitors of the city's ties to one of the most influential medieval rulers.
The monument sits at a central, busy intersection and is easily reached on foot from main parts of Liège. The surrounding park offers benches and green space where visitors can rest, especially during warmer months.
The pedestal of the monument features carved reliefs of Charlemagne's ancestors, including his father Pepin the Short and grandfather Charles Martel, showing how the artist stressed the local significance of this family line. These details are often overlooked by visitors focused only on the mounted figure above.
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