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Composed Title English:

The Retreat of Napoleon after the Battle of Leipzig, 19 October 1813.

Inscribed Title:

RITIRATA DI NAPOLEONE DOPO LA BATTAGLIA DI LEIPSICK (IL 19 OTTOBRE 1813.)

Description:

Important turning point. Defeat for Napoleon in this battle nicknamed "Bataille des Nations". Napoleon in foreground with cavalry, marching, his head is lowered, left arm in vest. In background a bridge is being blown up.

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