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Hofkirche Innsbruck

Court Church, Innsbruck Overview

Court Church (Hofkirche) in Innsbruck is a significant Gothic church renowned for its historical and artistic importance. Located adjacent to the Imperial Palace (Hofburg) in the city's Old Town, it houses a remarkable cenotaph surrounded by 28 life-size bronze statues, known locally as the "Schwarzmander" or "Black Men," which honor the Emperor's ancestors and heroes.

The church was commissioned by Emperor Ferdinand I in 1553 as a memorial to his grandfather, Emperor Maximilian I. Designed by architect Andrea Crivelli, the Court Church exemplifies traditional German hall church architecture, featuring three naves supported by slender red marble columns. The cenotaph of Emperor Maximilian I, although empty, is a masterpiece adorned with intricate marble reliefs depicting scenes from the Emperor's life. Surrounding the cenotaph are the 28 bronze statues, crafted by prominent artists of the time, representing ancestors, predecessors, and role models of the Emperor. Notably, eight of these figures are women, highlighting the Emperor's esteemed female lineage. The church also contains the tomb of Andreas Hofer, Tyrol's national hero, who led a rebellion against Napoleonic forces in the early 19th century. His final resting place within the church underscores its significance as a monument to regional pride and resistance.

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