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Crowns
It is impossible to imagine a king without his crown. A symbol of authority, legitimacy, and prestige, it has accompanied rulers since the earliest civilizations. From the pharaohs of ancient Egypt to depictions of Christ, this emblem of power has roots in a particularly ancient symbolism, blending earthly sovereignty with a sacred dimension.
For many centuries, the crown embodied both political and religious power. In France, its history is intertwined with that of the Capetian monarchy, while across Europe, the legendary "Crown of Charlemagne" holds a foundational place in the imagination of royal and imperial power. Over time, various forms have emerged: open or closed crowns, royal or imperial, each expressing a specific status, function, or ambition.
Alongside the evolution of this emblem, coronation ceremonies grew increasingly important. From the Middle Ages until the early 19th century, these spectacular rites combined symbols, liturgy, and theatrical displays of power to publicly affirm the sovereign’s legitimacy. Through these celebrations, the crown became much more than a simple ornament: it represented the visible embodiment of authority.
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- Author: Nicolas Tereshchenko
- Publication date: April 2007
- Size: 14cm x 22cm
- Weight: 266g
- ISBN: 979-1-02-421799-4
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It is impossible to think of royalty without thinking of the crown. Since the earliest civilizations, it has accompanied sovereigns as a visible symbol of their authority, legitimacy, and prestige. From the pharaohs of ancient Egypt to depictions of Christ, this emblem of power has crossed centuries and cultures carrying a strong symbolic meaning. Far more than a mere decorative object, the crown expresses the meeting of earthly power and sacred function.
From royal emblems to imperial symbols
Over the course of history, the shapes and uses of the crown have evolved alongside political institutions. In France, its history remains closely linked to that of the Capetian monarchy, while in Europe the famous crown attributed to Charlemagne became one of the major symbols of royal and imperial power. Open or closed crowns, royal or imperial, each model reflects a particular status and a specific conception of authority.
The rites of coronation and the staging of power
The work also focuses on coronation ceremonies which, from the Middle Ages until the early 19th century, held a central place in European political life. These rituals combine liturgy, symbols, and staging to publicly affirm the sovereign’s legitimacy. Through the study of crowns, insignia, and the ceremonies that accompany them, this book offers a fascinating dive into the history of power, monarchy, and the great symbols that have shaped Western political imagination.
Philippe Delorme is a French historian and journalist, born in 1960 in Pantin. He holds a DEA in history from the University of Paris IV-Sorbonne and has specialized in the study of royal dynasties, sovereign families, and major figures in European history. Having worked for many years as a journalist for the magazine Point de Vue, he has published numerous books dedicated to kings, queens, and princes who have left their mark on history. He is also known for supporting the genetic research that authenticated the heart of Louis XVII in 2000. A prolific author, he has written several dozen books combining historical rigor with a passion for storytelling.
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