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Napoleon Bonaparte on board the 'Bellerophon' in Plymouth Sound, 1815 (oil on canvas)
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Napoleon Bonaparte on board the 'Bellerophon' in Plymouth Sound, 1815 (oil on canvas)
7337976 Napoleon Bonaparte on board the 'Bellerophon' in Plymouth Sound, 1815 (oil on canvas) by Eastlake, Charles Lock (1793-1865); 259.1x179 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Sir Charles Lock Eastlake
A full-length portrait slightly facing left, of Napoleon in the uniform of the Chasseurs. He stands at the gangway of the 'Bellerophon', 74 guns, his right elbow leaning on the bulwarks. In 1815, Napoleon surrendered to Captain Frederick Maitland of the 'Bellerophon' which brought him to England and he was detained on board in Plymouth Sound during July while his fate was decided.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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This oil on canvas print by Sir Charles Lock Eastlake depicts Napoleon Bonaparte on board the 'Bellerophon' in Plymouth Sound in 1815. Standing at the gangway of the 74-gun ship, Napoleon is portrayed in his Chasseurs uniform, slightly facing left with his right elbow leaning on the bulwarks.
In this momentous scene, Napoleon had surrendered to Captain Frederick Maitland of the 'Bellerophon', which brought him to England where he was detained onboard during July while his fate was being decided. The tension and uncertainty surrounding his future are palpable in this painting, as he awaits judgment from those who hold power over him.
The rich colors and intricate details bring this historical event to life, capturing a pivotal moment in European history. As one of the most iconic figures of the early 19th century, Napoleon's presence exudes authority and resilience even in captivity.
This masterpiece serves as a reminder of the complex legacy left behind by one of history's most controversial leaders. It invites viewers to reflect on power dynamics, political intrigue, and human ambition through a single gaze captured for eternity on canvas.
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