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Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, in coronation regalia

François Gérard1806/1810

German Historical Museum

German Historical Museum
Berlin, Germany

Since his coronation as emperor in 1804, Napoleon had numerous official portraits made of himself, which he generously gave away to allied regents, deserving marshals or ministers. In this official state portrait, Napoleon legitimized his imperial dignity through insignia like those of the Roman Emperor, Charlemagne and the French monarchy.

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  • Title: Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, in coronation regalia
  • Creator: François Gérard (workshop?)
  • Date Created: 1806/1810
  • Location Created: Paris
  • Physical Dimensions: 223 x 146 cm
  • Subject Keywords: Napoleon I
  • Rights: Deutsches Historisches Museum
  • External Link: DHM collection database
  • Medium: Oil on canvas
  • Inventory no.: 1990/3083
German Historical Museum

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