Chodowiecki Basedow Tafel 76 c, Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, 1774

Tab. Lxxvi. Historical ideas. The numbers represent the interval in centuries between each era and a previous one. C) the roman pope crowns the emperor charlemagne, who kneels before him. Two clergymen hold the pope's cloak. Behind them are two bishops with their staffs. Another holds the papal cross. In front of the altar stands a priest with a censer. To the left are the people praying and rejoicing. (description according to source). Date: 1774.