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Napoleon in Prussia, an early 19th‑century large copper engraving framed, with Chasselat as designer and B. Hofelmann as engraver, circa 1808–1820.
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Napoleon in Prussia – Large antique engraving – Chasselat del. & B. Hofelmann sc. – c. 1810 – Framed
A grand historical engraving titled 'Napoleon in Prussia', depicting an emblematic narrative scene from the Prussian campaign: Napoleon, caught in a violent storm, seeks shelter in a house, where he proves attentive and benevolent toward a family.
This iconography, highly appreciated at the beginning of the 19th century, illustrates a humanized and moral vision of the Emperor, typical of Napoleonic aesthetics.
- Drawing: Chasselat del.
Pierre-Gabriel Chasselat (1753–1814), official artist of the Empire, known for his Napoleonic military and historical scenes.
- Engraving: B. Hofelmann sc.
An engraver active in the early 19th century, renowned for the quality of his intaglio engravings.
The signatures visible on the print confirm the authenticity of the composition.
Technique: copper engraving (intaglio)
Estimated period: around 1808–1820
Antique paper, typical of the early 19th century.
Notable feature:
Bilingual explanatory text (French and Spanish), indicating European dissemination of the work.
Dimensions
Overall dimensions with frame: approximately 46 × 41 cm
Status:
Old paper with natural patina, light foxing and signs of aging.
Readable text, engraving with strong contrast.
Gilded antique frame, in keeping with the era.
Overall condition: good to very good, considering the age of the work.
Shipping
Carefully packaged and securely shipped.
Napoleon in Prussia – Large antique engraving – Chasselat del. & B. Hofelmann sc. – c. 1810 – Framed
A grand historical engraving titled 'Napoleon in Prussia', depicting an emblematic narrative scene from the Prussian campaign: Napoleon, caught in a violent storm, seeks shelter in a house, where he proves attentive and benevolent toward a family.
This iconography, highly appreciated at the beginning of the 19th century, illustrates a humanized and moral vision of the Emperor, typical of Napoleonic aesthetics.
- Drawing: Chasselat del.
Pierre-Gabriel Chasselat (1753–1814), official artist of the Empire, known for his Napoleonic military and historical scenes.
- Engraving: B. Hofelmann sc.
An engraver active in the early 19th century, renowned for the quality of his intaglio engravings.
The signatures visible on the print confirm the authenticity of the composition.
Technique: copper engraving (intaglio)
Estimated period: around 1808–1820
Antique paper, typical of the early 19th century.
Notable feature:
Bilingual explanatory text (French and Spanish), indicating European dissemination of the work.
Dimensions
Overall dimensions with frame: approximately 46 × 41 cm
Status:
Old paper with natural patina, light foxing and signs of aging.
Readable text, engraving with strong contrast.
Gilded antique frame, in keeping with the era.
Overall condition: good to very good, considering the age of the work.
Shipping
Carefully packaged and securely shipped.
Details
Number of objects
1
Type
Engraving
Period
Early 19th century
Condition
Reasonable
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