Agen is the prefecture of the southwestern French department of Lot-et-Garonne. It lies on the river Garonne, 135 kilometres southeast of Bordeaux. As of 2023, the population of the commune was 32,801
View of Agen from heights
Alphonse, Count of Poitiers and Count of Toulouse, recognized the autonomy of the commune of Agen. In this illustration he takes an oath before the consuls with his right hand on the town ordinances, while sitting on a pedestal. The consul administering the oath is forced to go on his knees, symbolizing Alphonse's lordship and the town's loyalty.