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Napoleon Iii Iii 3rd 1808 1873 Collection (#6)

"Napoleon III: A Complex Legacy of Power, Art, and Controversy" Step into the Paris Salon exhibition of 1865 and witness a defining moment in art history

Background imageNapoleon Iii Iii 3rd 1808 1873 Collection: Portrait of Napoleon III (Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873), French emperor

Portrait of Napoleon III (Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873), French emperor
GIA4804467 Portrait of Napoleon III (Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873), French emperor. Photography by Disderi from 1850 by Disderi

Background imageNapoleon Iii Iii 3rd 1808 1873 Collection: L Plate au beurre, number 123, Satirique en Couleurs

L Plate au beurre, number 123, Satirique en Couleurs
ICA4883193 L Plate au beurre, number 123, Satirique en Couleurs, 1903_8_8: Justice Proces - Louis-Philippe - Illustration by Adolphe (Willette) (1857-1926) by Willette

Background imageNapoleon Iii Iii 3rd 1808 1873 Collection: The plebiscite of May 8, 1870: Napoleon III seeks to establish its power with the people

The plebiscite of May 8, 1870: Napoleon III seeks to establish its power with the people
JLJ4589672 The plebiscite of May 8, 1870: Napoleon III seeks to establish its power with the people. View of the polling station of the faubourg Saint Antoine

Background imageNapoleon Iii Iii 3rd 1808 1873 Collection: Portrait of Emperor Napoleon III (1808-1873). Watercolour by Edouard Detaille (1848-1912)

Portrait of Emperor Napoleon III (1808-1873). Watercolour by Edouard Detaille (1848-1912)
JLJ4568320 Portrait of Emperor Napoleon III (1808-1873). Watercolour by Edouard Detaille (1848-1912). 19th century Paris, Musee de l Armee by Detaille

Background imageNapoleon Iii Iii 3rd 1808 1873 Collection: Colonial Campaign in South Africa: 'Imperial Prince Eugene Louis Napoleon

Colonial Campaign in South Africa: "Imperial Prince Eugene Louis Napoleon
JLJ4633537 Colonial Campaign in South Africa: " Imperial Prince Eugene Louis Napoleon Bonaparte (1856-1879) in Zoulouland" Painting by Olivier Pichat (1825-1912), 87 x 128 cm. 19th century

Background imageNapoleon Iii Iii 3rd 1808 1873 Collection: Risorgimento: the entrance of Victor Emmanuel II and Napoleon III in Milan on 08 / 06 / 1859

Risorgimento: the entrance of Victor Emmanuel II and Napoleon III in Milan on 08 / 06 / 1859
LRI4644008 Risorgimento: the entrance of Victor Emmanuel II and Napoleon III in Milan on 08/06/1859. (lithography) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Civico Museo del Risorgimento, Milan

Background imageNapoleon Iii Iii 3rd 1808 1873 Collection: Napoleon III: The hunting appointment ran at the King

Napoleon III: The hunting appointment ran at the King
JLJ4639812 Napoleon III: The hunting appointment ran at the Kings Well near the forest of Compiegne during the stay of King William III (1817-1890). Coloried engraving by C. Maurand and G

Background imageNapoleon Iii Iii 3rd 1808 1873 Collection: The Paris Congress from 25 February to 30 March 1856 met at the end of the Crimee War

The Paris Congress from 25 February to 30 March 1856 met at the end of the Crimee War
JLJ4617010 The Paris Congress from 25 February to 30 March 1856 met at the end of the Crimee War, by Napoleon III with the Foreign Ministers of the European States

Background imageNapoleon Iii Iii 3rd 1808 1873 Collection: The Orsini attack on 14 January 1858 Representation of the attack by Italian

The Orsini attack on 14 January 1858 Representation of the attack by Italian
JLJ4614422 The Orsini attack on 14 January 1858 Representation of the attack by Italian revolutionary Felice Orsini (1819-1858) against Napoleon III in Paris on 14 January 1858

Background imageNapoleon Iii Iii 3rd 1808 1873 Collection: The Apotheosis of Napoleon III (1808-1873) Allegorical representation of the triumph of

The Apotheosis of Napoleon III (1808-1873) Allegorical representation of the triumph of
JLJ4678248 The Apotheosis of Napoleon III (1808-1873) Allegorical representation of the triumph of the emperor crown, on a chariot, among the mythological characters Athena, Hercules, Hermes

Background imageNapoleon Iii Iii 3rd 1808 1873 Collection: Conference of Villafranca, meeting between French emperor Napoleon III

Conference of Villafranca, meeting between French emperor Napoleon III
LRI4675804 Conference of Villafranca, meeting between French emperor Napoleon III and Emperor Francis Joseph I, on the preliminary Austria peace (1859) (engraving) by Unknown Artist

Background imageNapoleon Iii Iii 3rd 1808 1873 Collection: Illustration by Charles Vernier (? -1887) in Le Charivari - Theatre

Illustration by Charles Vernier (? -1887) in Le Charivari - Theatre
ICA4921217 Illustration by Charles Vernier (? -1887) in Le Charivari - Theatre, President of the Republic - Thiers Adolphe, Napoleon III by Vernier

Background imageNapoleon Iii Iii 3rd 1808 1873 Collection: Illustration by Charles Vernier (? -1887) in Le Charivari

Illustration by Charles Vernier (? -1887) in Le Charivari
ICA4921160 Illustration by Charles Vernier (? -1887) in Le Charivari, circa 1851-11 - Reminder of the law of 31 May 1850 - Elections, President of the Republic, Size, Law



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"Napoleon III: A Complex Legacy of Power, Art, and Controversy" Step into the Paris Salon exhibition of 1865 and witness a defining moment in art history. Amongst the crowd, one figure stands out - Napoleon III himself. His gaze fixed upon Édouard Manet's provocative masterpiece, "Olympia. " This engraving captures the Emperor's fascination with art that challenges societal norms. In another scene, we find Monsieur Prudhomme engaging in conversation with Napoleon III. The watercolor painting portrays their encounter as if frozen in time; a meeting between an ordinary citizen and a powerful ruler. A satirical cartoon by Napoleon III titled "Le nouveau Don Quixote" depicts him guarded by Marianne at Porte de Paris. This engraving by Klenck reveals his sense of humor amidst political tensions during those times. The attack on Tsar Alexander II in 1867 further exemplifies the complexities surrounding Napoleon III's reign. Berezowski's print illustrates the turbulent relationships between nations during this era. Yet amidst these tumultuous events, there were moments of triumph for Napoleon III. An engraving showcases his triumphant entry into Paris in 1852 after being elected President of France. Family bonds are also highlighted through a painting capturing Napoleon III riding horseback alongside his son Louis-Napoleon – an intimate portrayal reflecting paternal pride and leadership succession. History takes center stage when Bismarck meets with Napoleon III. Digitally restored from an original 19th-century piece, this image symbolizes diplomatic negotiations that would shape Europe's future. Napoleon III and Empress Eugenia visit Sister Rosalie's creche in 1855 – an oil-on-canvas masterpiece depicting their compassion for society's most vulnerable members. However, not all depictions were flattering to the Emperor. Mockery took form through caricatures such as "Mockery, " which revealed public sentiment towards Napoleon III during the tumultuous year of 1871.