Artiste(s):

after CALLET, Antoine François (1741-1823)

Titre anglais composé:

The hope of the French Empire.

Inscription:

Gravé d'après le tableau original de Callet, Peintre de la cid-vt Académie Rle

Description:

The Roi de Rome in his cradle. Fruit and gold pieces fall on him, representing the wealth and abundance brought about by the Empire, as symbolised by the cross of the Legion of Honour. Napoleon II clutches an olive sprig, traditional symbol of peace. The hilt of a sword is visible on his left side. The winds bringing about a great future are blowing on him. In the foreground, a black eagle holds the King of Rome's crown in his beak. The cradle is decorated with a bas relief showing Justice among other virtues.

Travail Original:

L'espoir de l'Empire français.

by

Callet, Antoine François (1741-1823)

Sujet(s):

Napoléon François Charles Joseph, Duke of Reichstadt (1811-1832) -- King of Rome

Napoléon François Charles Joseph, Duke of Reichstadt (1811-1832)

Technique:

stipple, hand-coloured

Dimensions:

306 x 355; sheet

Condition:

fine

Note spécifique à l'exemplaire:

recto: illegible collector's markings; blind stamp: a bee in two circles; verso: "O/N 129120" ; "5660" ; collector's stamp: "GG"

Provenance:

William J Latta; "GG" ; "O/N 129120" collector

Notes de McGill:

Pennington Catalogue p. 2112

Œuvres associées:

CALLET, Antoine François (1741-1823); 'L'espoir de l'Empire français.'

Références:

Grand-Carteret p.136

Cote:

4° O XIV 012