France – Napoléon I Bonaparte (1804–1814) – Uniface cast portrait cliché in gilt bronze – ca. 19th century Fascinating uniface cast cliché depicting Napoleon Bonaparte in military uniform, facing right. An artist’s workshop proof or decorative study piece, inspired by the official medals of the Napoleonic era by Andrieu and other mint engravers. Hand-finished with visible tool and casting marks, showing the character of a studio prototype rather than a struck medal. Obverse: Uniformed bust of Napoleon facing right, with epaulettes and high collar. Reverse: Hollow and unfinished (uniface), traces of casting and oxidation. Metal: Gilt bronze (brass alloy) Diameter: approx. 70 mm Weight: about 80–100 g Condition: Good; signs of age, light wear and oxidation consistent with casting and handling. Provenance: Private collection, Italy. A historically intriguing uniface medallic portrait — likely a 19th-century artist’s proof or workshop reproduction inspired by Napoleonic originals.