Rococo portal sculpture Wittelsbach lion

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The Wittelsbachs – Magnificent residences in Bavaria

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The Wittelsbach family, one of the oldest and most important noble families in Europe, shaped Bavaria for centuries and left behind a rich cultural heritage. During the Rococo period in the 18th century in particular, Bavaria experienced a heyday under the Wittelsbach dynasty, which manifested itself in magnificent buildings and opulent furnishings.

Rococo, an ornate and playful style, was characterized by elegance, lightness and a penchant for exaggeration. This aesthetic found its perfect expression in the residences of the Wittelsbach dynasty. The family had numerous castles and estates built or remodeled, which are still considered masterpieces of architecture and interior design today.

One outstanding example is the Munich Residenz, the headquarters of the Wittelsbach dynasty and one of the largest inner-city palaces in Germany. Under Elector Max III Joseph, numerous rooms were designed in the rococo style, including the famous Rich Rooms. These rooms are decorated with magnificent stucco work, gilded carvings and detailed frescoes that reflect the lifestyle and splendor of the Rococo period.

Another Rococo jewel is Nymphenburg Palace, which served as the summer residence of the Wittelsbach dynasty. The interiors of the palace, especially the Stone Hall, captivate with their ornate wall and ceiling paintings, intricate stucco work and the use of precious materials such as marble and gold. The adjoining palace park with its rococo pavilions, such as the Amalienburg, completes the magnificent ensemble.

Schleißheim Palace, especially the New Palace, also demonstrates the wealth and power of the Wittelsbach dynasty at this time. The lavishly furnished state rooms and the extensive gardens, which were designed along French lines, bear witness to the Wittelsbachs’ striving for representation and luxury.

The Wittelsbachs knew how to demonstrate their power and influence through art and architecture. The residences and palaces that they had built in the Rococo period are still living testimonies to this era and attract visitors from all over the world. The lavish decor, characterized by ornate details and opulent splendour, makes these buildings masterpieces of the Rococo period and an important part of Bavaria’s cultural heritage.

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To this day, the Wittelsbach estates are not only architectural jewels, but also important historical sites that bring the life and culture of the Bavarian nobility in the 18th century to life.

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Wittelsbach Lion

Carved, painted and gilded limewood.

A court carver made the lion sculpture in the Rococo period between 1750-70 for the furnishings of a Wittelsbach estate. The sculpture probably stood in the portal area or at the beginning of a staircase gallery. The lion is masterfully crafted and bears the electoral crown as well as the Bavarian coat of arms with the imperial orb and applied cross in a cartouche. (lat. Globus Cruciger)

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Excellent condition, minor repairs to the gilding, the coat of arms is in original condition.