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Barbarossa - The Art of Rule

14 Sep 2022 — 5 Feb 2023 at Westphalian State Museum of Art and Cultural History · Münster

Barbarossa - The Art of Rule is a special exhibition held at the Westphalian State Museum of Art and Cultural History and at Capenberg Castle. The show examines the life, reign, and enduring legacy of Frederick Barbarossa, the medieval Holy Roman Emperor whose rule shaped the political and cultural landscape of 12th-century Europe.

Spanning two remarkable venues, the exhibition brings together art, artefacts, and historical objects that illuminate the power, symbolism, and artistry of Barbarossa's era, offering visitors a vivid portrait of medieval kingship and imperial ambition.

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Westphalian State Museum of Art and Cultural History · Münster

The Westphalian State Museum of Art and Cultural History is an arts and cultural museum in Münster, Germany.

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