Charles IV (1316 – 1378)
King of Bohemia and Holy Roman Emperor

Charles IV (1316 – 1378) was a gifted politician and blessed with a sensual and creative mind. He used these talents to craft a spectacular vision of his own sacred role as both King of Bohemia and Holy Roman Emperor. During his lifetime he was busy crafting a number of spectacular “props”, “scenographies” and “scripts”, which he deftly used to legitimise his royal and sacral power. 

This year, 2016, Prague and Nuremberg celebrate the 700-year anniversary of this spectacular king and his eventful life. This has resulted in two major exhibitions, a number of minor shows and a handful of spectacular events, like the re-creation of his coronation as King of Bohemia in September 1347 in Prague – an event which he wrote the screen play for while jewellers designed his new crown. 

Below are a number of articles touching upon aspects of his life as well as a number of the places, which he built or just like to stay. There are also a couple of articles about some of the major events, which have taken place the last year.