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Napoleon and Francis II after Austerlitz, Antique French Engraving, circa 1840
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About the Item
Title: Napoleon and Francis II after Austerlitz, Antique French Engraving, circa 1840
Description:
This 19th-century French engraving depicts the historic meeting between Napoleon Bonaparte and Emperor Francis II following the Battle of Austerlitz in 1805, one of the decisive moments of the Napoleonic Wars. Rather than showing combat, the scene focuses on diplomacy and the human aftermath of victory and defeat, presenting a moment of political transition and negotiation.
Napoleon appears at right, calm and authoritative, gesturing toward Francis II, who stands opposite accompanied by aides and attendants. Soldiers, mounted figures, and onlookers frame the central encounter, while the subdued outdoor landscape reinforces the sense of aftermath rather than active conflict. The composition is carefully balanced, guiding the viewer’s eye toward the exchange while allowing the surrounding figures to add narrative depth and context.
The engraving is executed with fine, controlled linework typical of early 19th-century French historical printmaking. The monochrome palette enhances the atmosphere and emphasizes gesture, posture, and expression. Produced circa 1840, this print belongs to a later generation of Napoleonic imagery, created when key episodes of the Empire were being revisited and commemorated for a broader audience.
This is an original 19th-century engraving, not a later reproduction. Its combination of military history and diplomatic subject matter makes it appealing both to collectors of Napoleonic material and to interior designers seeking historically grounded wall art with calm authority and narrative presence.
Condition report:
Fair condition. General age-related toning and scattered foxing across the sheet, mainly visible in the margins and lighter areas. The engraved image remains clear and well-defined. No folds or major structural issues observed.
Framing tips:
A wide cream or light grey mat will soften the aged paper tone and provide visual balance. A dark wood, antique gilt, or matte black frame will complement the historical subject and give the work an elegant, library- or study-ready presentation.
Technique: Engraving
Maker: After Baron Gros, engraved by P. Blanchard, France, circa 1840
- Dimensions:Height: 11.58 in (29.4 cm)Width: 16.54 in (42 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1840
- Condition:Fair condition. General age-related toning and scattered foxing across the sheet, mainly visible in the margins and lighter areas. The engraved image remains clear and well-defined. No folds or major structural issues observed.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13893-61stDibs: LU3054348243452
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