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Sarcophagus of Władysław von Zedlitz

Author, school, workshop
Unknown
Style
Late Renaissance
Date
1620s
Material and technique
: carved sandstone, marbled stucco
Size
1.30 x 2.90 m
Location
The Mausoleum of Piasts of Świdnik – Jawór in Krzeszów, behind the altar of the Minor Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Krzeszów, Lower Silesia
Description
A representative of one of the distinguished Silesian families is depicted in a plate armour and the Maltese cross on his neck. The lieutenant of the guards of the Emperor Rudolf II, he holds a mace in his right hand and his left hand rests on his hip. There is a helmet by his legs. On the sides of the tomb the coats of arms of Silesian families are presented.