Artwork
Napoleon I, Emperor of France, King of Italy
Napoleon I, Emperor of France, King of Italy is a print by the Romanticist artist Friedrich Wilhelm Reuter. It dates from 1806 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1940.1170
- Credit line
- Mr. and Mrs. Lewis B. Williams Collection
About this work
Overview
Napoleon I, Emperor of France, King of Italy is a portrait print created by Friedrich Wilhelm Reuter in 1806, now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts Napoleon I in a formal, symbolic attire, adorned with medals and a crown, conveying his imperial power and elevated status during the early 19th century.
Technique & Style
Reuter's attention to detail in rendering Napoleon's elaborate regalia reflects the meticulous craftsmanship characteristic of official portraiture from the period.
History & Provenance
Produced in 1806, the print's creation coincides with the height of Napoleon's European dominance. Its current location is The Cleveland Museum of Art.
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