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| 768 | Charlemagne becomes king of the Franks, and the Carolingian era begins; cultural policy encourages opulent artistic production. |
| c. 776 | Abbot Beatus of Liébana in Spain begins writing an extended commentary to the biblical book of Revelations, which either in its original or in early copies incorporated a program of illustrations that was quickly reproduced. |
| c. 780 | Charlemagne's first book-painting workshop begins to produce illuminated manuscripts. |
| c. 800 | Vikings begin to invade England, Ireland, and the Continent. Their technically accomplished decorative metalwork will have an important impact on the visual arts. |
| c. 870 | The Lindau Gospels, with front cover of hammered gold, gems, and pearls, are created for Charles the Bald, whose death in 877 marked the end of the Carolingian era. |
| 900 | The Alfred Jewel, made of gold and enamel, is created for King Alfred of England. |
| 908 | The Victory Cross of Oviedo is presented to... |
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