Artiste(s):
Titre anglais composé:
The prisoner.
Titre inscrit:
Le Prisonnier
Description:
Napoleon imprisoned after Thermidor and the fall of Robespierre in 1794. Here he is seen in prison, studying a map of Italy. He had been promoted brigadier by Robespierre's brother after Toulon, where he had distinguished himself by his zeal. This very romantic scene, in the semi-darkness, is meant to illustrate the young Bonaparte's strength of conviction, solitary genius, and in some way, confidence in the future.
Sujet(s):
Napoleon I, Emperor of the French (1769-1821) -- in prison (August 1794)
Technique:
lithograph
Reproductions:
4° N I 048
Cote:
Endroit supplémentaire:
vol. 1, opp. p. 7