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Detail from the Religious Marriage of Napoleon and Maria Louisa, 2 April 1810, (1896)
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Detail from the Religious Marriage of Napoleon and Maria Louisa, 2 April 1810, (1896)
Detail from the Religious Marriage of Napoleon and Maria Louisa, 2 April 1810, (1896). The marriage of Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) and his second wife, Marie Louise, Duchess of Parma (1791-1847), held in the Louvre in Paris. Engraving, detail after the painting by George Rouget. From Life of Napoleon Bonaparte, Volume III, by William Milligan Sloane. [The Century Co. New York, 1896]
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This print captures a mesmerizing detail from the religious marriage of Napoleon Bonaparte and Maria Louisa on 2 April 1810. The historic event took place in the grand halls of the Louvre in Paris, showcasing the opulence and power of the French emperor. In this engraving, created by George Rouget and featured in William Milligan Sloane's Life of Napoleon Bonaparte, Volume III, we witness a moment frozen in time. The bride, Marie Louise, Duchess of Parma, radiates elegance as she stands beside her groom. Her regal presence is enhanced by her intricate wedding gown adorned with delicate lace details. Napoleon himself appears distinguished yet resolute as he gazes upon his new wife. Dressed impeccably in military attire befitting his status as Emperor of France, he exudes authority and confidence. The image transports us back to an era filled with political alliances and dynastic ambitions. It symbolizes not only a union between two individuals but also a merging of powerful nations – France and Austria – through matrimony. As we contemplate this snapshot from history, it serves as a reminder that even amidst tumultuous times, love can transcend boundaries and shape destinies.
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