Napoleon I, at the Boulogne camp, distributes the crosses of the Legion of Honor, August 16, 1804
1850
oil
From the collection of Palace of Versailles
1850
oil
From the collection of Palace of Versailles
This painting shows a large group of people in a field. There are many soldiers and men in fancy clothes. Some are standing on a raised platform with steps. One man is standing on the platform, wearing a fancy hat and coat. He is holding a small cross and giving it to another man. The background is a hill with a few buildings on it. The sky is light blue and cloudy. The painting is very detailed and colorful. The people are all wearing different clothes and uniforms. Some are holding flags or other objects. The overall scene is one of ceremony and importance. If you want to see more paintings like this, you should check out the work of artist Philippe-Auguste Hennequin.
