Napoleon Collection (#17)

Jean Lannes, the Duke of Montebello (chromolitho)
667005 Jean Lannes, the Duke of Montebello (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jean Lannes, the Duke of Montebello)

Napoleon and the Sphinx (gravure)
666214 Napoleon and the Sphinx (gravure) by Gerome, Jean Leon (1824-1904) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Napoleon and the Sphinx)

The Father of the Family Taking his Eldest Boy from School, pub
2655367 The Father of the Family Taking his Eldest Boy from School, pub. 1814 (hand coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

The Journey of a Modern Hero to the Island of Elba, pub
2655359 The Journey of a Modern Hero to the Island of Elba, pub. London, 1814 (hand coloured engraving) by English School

Bonaparte and his school mates in mimic martial array, Brienne School (engraving)
2817223 Bonaparte and his school mates in mimic martial array, Brienne School (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Prince Imperials First Review, in the Courtyard of the Tuileries (engraving)
2772826 The Prince Imperials First Review, in the Courtyard of the Tuileries (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince Imperials First Review)

Incendie de Moscou, P P de Segur (engraving)
2782120 Incendie de Moscou, P P de Segur (engraving) by Bayard, Emile Antoine (1837-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Incendie de Moscou, P P de Segur)

Boy, dressed up as Napoleon (b / w photo)
2800609 Boy, dressed up as Napoleon (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boy, dressed up as Napoleon)

Waterloo 1815, Napoleon holds a revue of his guards (colour litho)
2797923 Waterloo 1815, Napoleon holds a revue of his guards (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Waterloo 1815, Napoleon holds a revue of his guards)

My Hero, A Tyrant (engraving)
2793007 My Hero, A Tyrant (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: My Hero, A Tyrant)

Comic postcard, Scotsman dressed as Napoleon at fancy dress ball Date: 20th century

HMS "Bellerophon"(chromolitho)
2790843 HMS " Bellerophon" (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: HMS " Bellerophon." Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards)

The Duchess of Dantzic, written by Henry Hamilton, music by Ivan Caryll, a romantic comic opera based on the French play, Madame Sans Gene. Touring to Sale Public Hall

A group of socialist demonstrating against the reforms of Louis Napoleon Bonaparte
2334733 A group of socialist demonstrating against the reforms of Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, 1849 on the Champ de Mars, Paris (engraving) by Unknown Artist

Mr. Tout-a-tous ou le Modele de Reconnaissance, au Congres de Vienne, pub
2958357 Mr. Tout-a-tous ou le Modele de Reconnaissance, au Congres de Vienne, pub. 1815 (colour engraving) by French School

The Legion D Honneur (colour photo)
3096125 The Legion D Honneur (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Legion D Honneur. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Napoleon, riding alongside Abbe Henriot, 1814 (colour litho)
3094097 Napoleon, riding alongside Abbe Henriot, 1814 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville, Jacques (1858-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: Napoleon)

Napoleon having his boots removed and his meal prepared (colour litho)
3094091 Napoleon having his boots removed and his meal prepared (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville, Jacques (1858-1931); Private Collection; (add.info)

Napoleon during the Battle of Austerlitz (colour litho)
3094083 Napoleon during the Battle of Austerlitz (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville, Jacques (1858-1931); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lieutenant-General Charles Nicolas Victor, French officer
Vintage 19th century photograph: Lieutenant-General Charles Nicolas Victor Oudinot, 2nd Duc de Reggio (3 November 1791 in Bar-le-Duc - 7 June 1863 in Bar-le-Duc)

L Aiglon, by Edmond Rostand
L Aiglon, a play in six acts by Edmond Rostand, based on the life of Napoleon II, son of Napoleon Bonaparte and Empress Marie Louise

Page from Recueil des ordres francais et etrangers (coloured engraving)
3058047 Page from Recueil des ordres franAzais et etrangers (coloured engraving) by Biennais, Martin Guillaume (1764-1843); BibliothAque Paul-Marmottan, Ville de Boulogne-Billancourt

Madame Sans-Gene by Victorien Sardou and Emile Moreau. First produced Theatre du Vaudeville, Paris, 27th October 1893.Henry Irving starred in J

Napoleons sister comes home from Haiti with the tidings of doom (litho)
3099917 Napoleons sister comes home from Haiti with the tidings of doom (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Napoleon passed the Mont St Bernard riding a mule, guided by a young man who he rewarded generously
3100987 Napoleon passed the Mont St Bernard riding a mule, guided by a young man who he rewarded generously, 16 May 1800 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

Napoleon and his army crossing the Rhine at Kehl, 1 October 1805 (colour litho)
3100892 Napoleon and his army crossing the Rhine at Kehl, 1 October 1805 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

Napoleon reviewing the French Army after signing the Treaties of Tilsit, 7 July 1807 (colour litho)
3100878 Napoleon reviewing the French Army after signing the Treaties of Tilsit, 7 July 1807 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

"Excuse me, Sir!", 18 October 1813 (colour litho)
3100871 " Excuse me, Sir!", 18 October 1813 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville, Jacques (1858-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Excuse me, Sir)

The city of Grenoble opens its gates to Napoleon on his return from exile on Elba, 7 March 1815 (colour litho)
3100868 The city of Grenoble opens its gates to Napoleon on his return from exile on Elba, 7 March 1815 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

On the evening of the Battle of Champaubert and on the eve of Montmirail, a pensive Napoleon rocks the baby of a
3100864 On the evening of the Battle of Champaubert and on the eve of Montmirail, a pensive Napoleon rocks the baby of a cantiniere, 10-11 February 1814 (colour litho) by Job

Napoleon loading a cannon like a common soldier at the Siege of Toulon, 1793 (colour litho)
3100862 Napoleon loading a cannon like a common soldier at the Siege of Toulon, 1793 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

While under arrest in Valence in 1786, Napoleon took the opportunity to read the Digeste
3100859 While under arrest in Valence in 1786, Napoleon took the opportunity to read the Digeste and strengthen his knowledge of the law (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

The 28th ist Gloucester Regiment receiving French cavalry at Waterloo 18th June 1815
3082735 The 28th ist Gloucester Regiment receiving French cavalry at Waterloo 18th June 1815, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, 1915 (litho) by Wollen

Guns to the front: Waterloo 18th June 1815, illustration from
3082730 Guns to the front: Waterloo 18th June 1815, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, 1915 (litho) by Wollen

Present State of the Tomb of Napoleon, at St Helena (engraving)
1617852 Present State of the Tomb of Napoleon, at St Helena (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Present State of the Tomb of Napoleon, at St Helena)

Panoramic View of Gallipoli (engraving)
1619042 Panoramic View of Gallipoli (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Panoramic View of Gallipoli)

Scene from J. M. Barries Peter Pan at the Duke of Yorks Theatre in 1905
Scene from J.M. Barries Peter Pan at the Duke of Yorks Theatre in 1905, showing Peter saving his band from the pirates,

Napoleon and the Old Guard (engraving)
1601450 Napoleon and the Old Guard (engraving) by Crofts, Ernest (1847-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Napoleon and the Old Guard)

The British Dominions beyond the Seas, Our Second and Final Annexation of Cape Colony (litho)
1601434 The British Dominions beyond the Seas, Our Second and Final Annexation of Cape Colony (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cronjes Captivity, Scenes in St Helena (litho)
1599419 Cronjes Captivity, Scenes in St Helena (litho) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cronjes Captivity, Scenes in St Helena)

Holy Trinity Church, in Marylebone, Westminster, London, is a Grade I listed former Anglican church, built in 1828 by Sir John Soane

On the Paris Ramparts during the war of 1870. Soldier, gentleman and fashionable women on the snow-covered ramparts during the Siege of Paris, Franco-Prussian War. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

Fashionable woman in the Square of the Tuileries, 1870
The Square of the Tuileries, 1870. Woman in green dress with train, mantelet lined with fur, black hat. Families and children play behind her

The shelter on the Longchamps Race Course, 1868. Woman in tunic over a white crinoline, and woman in pink crinoline dress with train. The Hippodrome de Longchamp racetrack opened in 1857

Gentleman smoking in the Cafe de la Rotonde, 1868
The palmy days of the Cafe de la Rotonde in the Palais Royal, Paris, 1868. Man with moustache and muttonchops, top hat and check trousers, smoking in a cafe. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

Fete given at the Tuileries, 1867. Woman in crinoline ball gown and fur cape, men in evening attire with sash. The Gala soiree of 10 June 1867 was held for sovereigns attending the International

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Napoleon, known as the King of Kings, left an indelible mark on history that still captivates us today. As we examine the map of the Battle of Waterloo from the 19th century, we are transported back to that fateful day on June 18th, 1815. Hegel's admiration for Napoleon becomes apparent as we delve into their complex relationship and its impact on philosophy. The oil painting depicting the Battle of Waterloo allows us to witness firsthand the chaos and bravery displayed by both sides. It serves as a reminder of Napoleon's strategic genius and his ultimate defeat in this decisive battle. The map showcasing Napoleon's exile on St Helena offers a glimpse into his final years spent far away from power and glory. In another portrayal, we see Napoleon leading his troops fearlessly in the midst of battle at Waterloo in 1815. His unwavering determination shines through even amidst adversity. Gillray's satirical depiction reveals how deeply intertwined politics were with Napoleon's reign during this tumultuous era. The Napoleonic Wars brought forth many heroes, such as the cuirassiers - French heavy cavalry who fought valiantly for their emperor. Their strength and loyalty symbolize the spirit that permeated throughout France during these turbulent times. Stepping away from military matters, let us explore a different side – one depicted in "The Garden of Earthly Delights" from the 1500s. This artwork hints at his grand ambitions beyond warfare; he sought to shape society and culture under his rule. Bismarck's encounter with Napoleon III highlights how influential this enigmatic figure remained long after his reign ended. Even posthumously, he continued to inspire political intrigue and fascination among leaders across Europe. Lastly, gazing upon Moriarty's poster reminds us that even fictional characters can be influenced by historical figures like Napoleon – their cunning minds echoing echoes those attributed to him.