Satuette on tall plinth.

Napoleon I Bonaparte, Emperor of the French (1769-1821; 1801-14 Emperor)

Probably a private foundry, Germany

First quarter of the 19th century

  • Titles Napoleon I Bonaparte, Emperor of the French (1769-1821; 1801-14 Emperor) (Descriptive)
  • Medium cast iron
  • Dimensions 9 1/2 × 2 3/4 × 2 3/4 in. (24.1 × 7 × 7 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Maurice Garbáty, 1962.118
  • Work Type statuette
  • Classification Sculpture

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