カレル４世像

The bronze statue of King Charles IV stands as a prominent fixture in Křižovnické Square, serving as a landmark for those traveling between the historic Charles Bridge and the Old Town Square. Unveiled in 1848 to mark the 500th anniversary of the founding of Prague’s university, the monument showcases the king in formal imperial robes atop a Gothic pedestal. The pedestal is notably decorated with four allegorical figures, each holding items that symbolize the specific fields of study taught at the university during the medieval period. Created by sculptor Ernst Julius Hähnel in Dresden, the statue is unique for being one of the few large monuments in the city crafted entirely outside of its borders. Because it is located in an open public space, it remains accessible at all hours, making it an easy and essential stop for anyone navigating the historical center of the city.