Artist(s):
sc. Lefèvre
after the painting by Debret, Jean-Baptiste (1768-1848)
Composed Title English:
Napoleon pays homage to ill-fated courage.
Inscribed Title:
HONNEUR AU COURAGE MALHEUREUX.
Inscription:
Debret pinx. / Lefevre sc.
Description:
Following Mack's capitulation in 1805 after the battle, Napoleon asks to see a procession of the Austrian prisoners. When they pass before him, he lifts his hat in salute of their courage. This oft-reproduced scene illustrates the beneficence and virtue of Napoleon who honours the valour and courage of all soldiers regardless of their nationality or cause. Respect for the enemy makes the man even greater. It also shows Napoleon's closeness to troops, whether they be French or enemy. Based on the painting by Debret.
Original Work:
byDebret, Jean-Baptiste (1768-1848)
. Oil on canvas; 390 x 621 cm; Musée national des châteaux de Versailles et de Trianon.Subject Heading(s):
Related Works:
Debret, Jean-Baptiste (1768-1848); 'Napoléon Ier saluant un convoi de blessés autrichiens et rendant hommage au courage malheureux, octobre 1805.'
LocNo:
Added Location:
vol. 2, opp. p. 317
This print has not been scanned for conservation reasons.