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.
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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