Elections in the Middle Ages
Kneeling emperor taking oath before bishop (Scene, Liturgical: Coronation, Oath). (Italy, early 14c.). Princeton University Library, Princeton 7, fol. 28r The governing offices of medieval church and state were often filled by election. By Jessica Savage / 11.08.2016 Art History Specialist Princeton University The governing offices of medieval church and state – such as emperor,[…]