French Emperor Collection

Cartoon of Napoleon III, Vanity Fair
BCC10079 Cartoon of Napoleon III, Vanity Fair; Private Collection.

Esquisse pour l'Hôtel de Ville de Paris : Apothéose de Napoléon Ier circa 1853 by Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres

Portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) and scenes from his life
MTL181597 Portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) and scenes from his life, 19th-20th century (coloured photo) by French School; Private Collection; French, out of copyright

The Death of Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) c. 1840 (coloured engraving)
CHT181946 The Death of Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) c.1840 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Attempted Assassination of Napoleon III (engraving)
2771290 The Attempted Assassination of Napoleon III (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Attempted Assassination of Napoleon III)

A Cased Pair of Pistols, Reputedly Owned by Napoleon, Perin Le Page, c
1765790 A Cased Pair of Pistols, Reputedly Owned by Napoleon, Perin Le Page, c.1813-5 (wood, iron, gold) by Lapage (fl. 1826); Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

British Tars towing the Danish Fleet into Harbour: the Borad bottom Leviathan trying to
3025367 British Tars towing the Danish Fleet into Harbour: the Borad bottom Leviathan trying to swamp Billys old Boat, & the little Corsican tottering on the Clouds of Ambition, pub

Political Mathematicians Shaking the Board bottomed Hemispheres, pub
3025925 Political Mathematicians Shaking the Board bottomed Hemispheres, pub. 1807 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

Soldiers, This Battle Must Be A Thunder Clap, plate from
STC292439 Soldiers, This Battle Must Be A Thunder Clap, plate from The Story of France, by Mary MacGregor, 1920 (coloured litho) by Rainey

Poster advertising the film, Napoleon, written by Abel Gance (colour litho)
PER206031 Poster advertising the film, Napoleon, written by Abel Gance (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) as a child in a dispute with his comrades in front of his
CHT206223 Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) as a child in a dispute with his comrades in front of his home in Ajaccio, Corsica, c.1910 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) Crowning himself with the Iron Crown of the Lombards at
CHT201766 Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) Crowning himself with the Iron Crown of the Lombards at Milan, 1805 (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

View of the island of St. Helena, c. 1820 (w / c and gouache on paper) (see also 182638)
CHT182640 View of the island of St. Helena, c.1820 (w/c and gouache on paper) (see also 182638) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

View of the island of St. Helena, c. 1821 (colour litho)
CHT181949 View of the island of St. Helena, c.1821 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

The New Dynasty, or The Little Corsican Gardiner planting a Royal Pippin Tree
NCO190442 The New Dynasty, or The Little Corsican Gardiner planting a Royal Pippin Tree, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1807 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte (1808-73) future Napoleon III, c. 1849 (colour litho)
CHT192919 Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte (1808-73) future Napoleon III, c.1849 (colour litho) by Jannin, A. (fl.1868); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Promenade of Napoleon I (1769-1821) and Marie-Louise (1791-1847
MMT223638 Promenade of Napoleon I (1769-1821) and Marie-Louise (1791-1847) in the Parc de Saint-Cloud in 1810 (oil on canvas) by Bidauld, Jean (1758-1846) and Vernet

Bust of Napoleon I (1769-1821) (plaster)
XIR227633 Bust of Napoleon I (1769-1821) (plaster) by French School, (19th century); Musee Bonnat, Bayonne, France; French, out of copyright

Caricature of Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) on Elba, c. 1814-15 (coloured engraving)
CHT217252 Caricature of Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) on Elba, c.1814-15 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Historique de la Ville de Paris, Paris

Napoleon on the island of Saint Helena, illustration from Le Plutarque Francais
CHT274996 Napoleon on the island of Saint Helena, illustration from Le Plutarque Francais by E. Mennechet, engraved by Delaistre

Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte (1808-73) future Napoleon III, 1849 (coloured engraving)
CHT192920 Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte (1808-73) future Napoleon III, 1849 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French

The Consultation, caricature of Cambaceres (1753-1824) and Napoleon (1769-1821
CHT199699 The Consultation, caricature of Cambaceres (1753-1824) and Napoleon (1769-1821) c.1810-14 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Ordre National des Pharmaciens, Paris

Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) First Consul (charcoal on paper) (b / w photo)
CHT218272 Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) First Consul (charcoal on paper) (b/w photo) by French School; Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French

British Tars towing the Danish Fleet into Harbour, or The Broadbottom Leviathan trying to
NCO191758 British Tars towing the Danish Fleet into Harbour, or The Broadbottom Leviathan trying to swamp Billys old Boat, & the little Corsican tottering on the Clouds of Ambition

Caricature of Napoleon III (1808-73) as a horse butcher during the Siege of Paris
CHT191401 Caricature of Napoleon III (1808-73) as a horse butcher during the Siege of Paris, 1870 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet

Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) disembarking near Cannes on his return from Elba in 1815
CHT247183 Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) disembarking near Cannes on his return from Elba in 1815 (colour litho) by French School

Illustration for Napoleon et les Femmes by Louis Claude Frederic Masson
CHT218678 Illustration for Napoleon et les Femmes by Louis Claude Frederic Masson (1847-1923) first published 1894 (colour litho) by Scott

The Entry of Napoleon into Paris on 20th March 1815 (colour litho)
CHT274998 The Entry of Napoleon into Paris on 20th March 1815 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Drawing Room at Chiselhurst (engraving)
729292 Drawing Room at Chiselhurst (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Drawing Room at Chiselhurst, Present Residence of the Ex-Emperor of the French)

The Capture of Bonapartes Carriage at Waterloo, 18th June 1815
CHT274997 The Capture of Bonapartes Carriage at Waterloo, 18th June 1815, 1816 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Trial of Galileo (1564-1642). Alessandro Volta (1745-1827) presenting his experiments with an electric battery to
ALI194731 The Trial of Galileo (1564-1642). Alessandro Volta (1745-1827) presenting his experiments with an electric battery to Napoleon (1769-1821), (fresco) (b/w photo) by Cianfanelli

Maniac Ravings, or Little Boney in a strong Fit, 1805 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO191279 Maniac Ravings, or Little Boney in a strong Fit, 1805 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Apotheosis of Napoleon I (1769-1821) (coloured engraving)
CHT192918 Apotheosis of Napoleon I (1769-1821) (coloured engraving) by Georgin, D. (fl.1840); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Political Mathemematicians Shaking the Broadbottom d Hemisphere
NCO190444 Political Mathemematicians Shaking the Broadbottom d Hemisphere, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1807 (etching & engraving) by Gillray

Signature of Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) from 1785, from Napoleon
CHT218273 Signature of Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) from 1785, from Napoleon by Armand Dayot, Paris, 1895 (print) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs

View of the island of St. Helena, c. 1820 (w / c and gouache on paper) (see also 182640)
CHT182638 View of the island of St. Helena, c.1820 (w/c and gouache on paper) (see also 182640) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

View of Jamestown and the path leading to Longwood, c. 1821 (colour litho)
CHT181948 View of Jamestown and the path leading to Longwood, c.1821 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Napoleon in Egypt, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c
STC373567 Napoleon in Egypt, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c.1915 (litho) by Fiorillo, E. (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Westminster-Conscripts under the Training Act, 1806 (hand coloured engraving)
2966882 Westminster-Conscripts under the Training Act, 1806 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

Seal of Napoleon III (1808-73) 1852
ARN208626 Seal of Napoleon III (1808-73) 1852 by French School, (18th century); Centre Historique des Archives Nationales, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Napoleon in Egypt, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c
IL314843 Napoleon in Egypt, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c.1910 (litho) by Fiorillo, E. (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) (litho)
PHG242636 Portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) (litho) by Delpech, Francois Seraphin (1778-1825); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bonaparte a la Bataille des Pyramides; ); French

The Affectionate Farewell or, Kick for Kick, published by R
CHT217255 The Affectionate Farewell or, Kick for Kick, published by R. Ackermann, 17th April 1814 (coloured engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet

Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) and the Forest of France, 1801 (engraving) (b / w photo)
CHT218274 Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) and the Forest of France, 1801 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Monnet, Charles (1732-p.1808) (after); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Sa Majeste!!! Ou l habit ne fait pas le moine
XIR161365 Sa Majeste!!! Ou l habit ne fait pas le moine!, caricature of Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte (1808-73) 5th September 1870 (coloured engraving) by Faustin (Faustin Betbeder) (b.1847)

The Gardener of St. Helena (colour litho)
CHT182639 The Gardener of St. Helena (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

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"French Emperor: A Glimpse into the Life and Legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte" Step into history with a captivating portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte, the legendary French Emperor whose influence shaped an era. This collection of images offers a glimpse into his remarkable life, from his rise to power to his eventual downfall. In one scene, we witness Dr Sangrado curing John Bull of Repletion, a satirical etching that reflects the political climate during Napoleon's reign. Another depicts the audacious "French Invasion, " where Buonaparte himself is portrayed landing in Great Britain - a testament to his ambition and military prowess. The engravings continue to unfold this extraordinary tale as we come across "The Death of Napoleon Bonaparte. " Here, we see a colored engraving capturing the somber moment when this larger-than-life figure meets his end. But it wasn't just Napoleon I who faced danger; even his nephew was targeted in an attempted assassination. An engraving immortalizes this event, reminding us of the constant threats that surrounded those in power. Delving deeper into history, we encounter artifacts associated with Napoleonic legend. A cased pair of pistols reputedly owned by him showcases both elegance and deadly precision – symbols of authority wielded by an emperor who left an indelible mark on Europe. Turning our attention towards naval exploits, British Tars towing the Danish Fleet into Harbour illustrates how Napoleon's adversaries triumphed over their enemies at sea – showcasing their strength against France's dominance. Political Mathematicians Shaking the Board-bottomed Hemispheres takes us behind closed doors where strategic decisions were made. It reminds us that politics played its part alongside military might during these turbulent times. A powerful image titled "Soldiers, This Battle Must Be A Thunder Clap" captures soldiers rallying under their leader's command – highlighting not only their unwavering loyalty but also emphasizing Napoleon's charismatic leadership style.