Consulat Collection

Napoleon Bonaparte as First Consul during the Consulate, 1799-1804. Handcoloured lithograph from Le Bibliophile Jacob
FLO4572678 Napoleon Bonaparte as First Consul during the Consulate, 1799-1804. Handcoloured lithograph from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroix's Costumes Historique de la France

Letter written on april 14, 1800 by Lucien Bonaparte, French minister of interior
1760891 Letter written on april 14, 1800 by Lucien Bonaparte, French minister of interior, to local prefects (they mustn't give their opinion); (add.info.: Letter written on april 14)

Napoleon Bonaparte as First Consul during the Consulate, 1799-1804. Handcoloured lithograph from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques de la France

Un Concert aux Champs-Elysees sous le consulat (engraving)
3645473 Un Concert aux Champs-Elysees sous le consulat (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un Concert aux Champs-Elysees sous le consulat)

Exercices d une ecuyere, au Cirque de Franconi, a l epoque du Consulat, Dessine par C Vernet
6005524 Exercices d une ecuyere, au Cirque de Franconi, a l epoque du Consulat, Dessine par C Vernet, grave par Debucourt (engraving) by French School

Napoleon at Tuileries
LE CONSULAT Napoleon, with fellow-Consuls Sieyes and Ducos, takes possession of the Tuileries and commences to wield autocratic power in France Date: November 1799

Madame Philippe Panon Desbassayns de Richemont
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Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) First Consul, Reviewing his Troops in the courtyard
XIR207854 Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) First Consul, Reviewing his Troops in the courtyard of the Tuileries Palace, engraved by Pierre Adrien Le Beau (b.1748) (engraving) (b/w photo) by Desrais

Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) First Consul, Reviewing his Troops at the Tuileries
XIR207853 Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) First Consul, Reviewing his Troops at the Tuileries (engraving) (b/w photo) by Swebach, Jacques Francois Joseph (1769-1823); Musee de la Ville de Paris

Napoleon First Consul
By a coup d etat, the Directoire is replaced by a Consulat of Napoleon with Cambaceres and Lebrun : Napoleon as First Consul now effectiuvely rules France

Frenchwomen, Consulat
Two Frenchwomen of the Consulat period

Woman and Child 1803
French mother and daughter in outdoor dress during the Consulat

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"Unleashing the Richness: Uncorking Old Sherry during the Consulat Era" Step back in time to the Consulat period, where Napoleon Bonaparte reigned as First Consul. As we delve into this captivating era, let us explore various artistic expressions that shed light on the vibrant atmosphere of those times. One engraving titled "Un Concert aux Champs-Elysees sous le consulat" transports us to a musical extravaganza amidst nature's embrace. The melodies intertwine with whispers of history, echoing tales of grandeur and elegance. Another mesmerizing engraving, "Exercices d'une ecuyere, au Cirque de Franconi, " captures the grace and skill of an equestrian performer during this epoch. Drawn by C Vernet and engraved by Debucourt, it showcases a harmonious blend of artistry and athleticism. Napoleon at Tuileries Palace stands tall in our narrative - his presence commanding attention as he shapes history within its walls. Meanwhile, a drawing perspective reveals an ancient bed for Citizen Bodin – a glimpse into everyday life during these transformative years. A poster displaying a decree text reminds us of the administrative prowess that underpinned this era's progress. Yet amidst all seriousness, there was room for whimsy too - enter the enchanting Dog Dance that delighted audiences with its playful choreography. The Great Parade passed by the first consul in the courtyard of Tuileries Palace offers a panoramic view into moments filled with pomp and splendor, and is here that power mingled with celebration as France reveled in its newfound identity. Intriguingly, we encounter a portrait depicting an architect overseeing demolition work at Chatelet 51802° – symbolizing progress through reconstruction even amid change. And who can forget Parisian cartoons like Café des Blind? Humor flourished alongside political discourse within these lively establishments.