Greater French Empire Collection

The Garden of Earthly Delights, 1500s. Bosch, Hieronymus (1450?1516). Found in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid

Portrait of Madame Récamier, née Julie Bernard (1777-1849), 1826. Creator: Grevedon, Pierre Louis Henri (1776-1860)
Portrait of Madame Recamier, nee Julie Bernard (1777-1849), 1826. Private Collection

Salon of Madame Récamier at the Abbaye-aux-Bois, 1826. Creator: Dejuinne, François-Louis (1786-1844)
Salon of Madame Recamier at the Abbaye-aux-Bois, 1826. Found in the Collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Projet de decors des appartements de l Empereur et de l Imperatrice au Châ
Projet de decors des appartements de l Empereur et de l Imperatrice au Chateau de Versailles, ca 1807. Found in the Collection of the Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Marshal Prince Poniatowski, 1813 (engraving)
957894 Marshal Prince Poniatowski, 1813 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marshal Prince Poniatowski, 1813. Drawing after a portrait by Aubry)

Salon of Madame Recamier at the Abbaye-aux-Bois, 1826. Found in the Collection of Musee du Louvre, Paris

Portrait of Madame Recamier (1777-1849). Creator: Gerard, Francois Pascal Simon
Portrait of Madame Recamier (1777-1849). Private Collection

Design of a desk, c. 1800. Creator: Percier, Charles (1764-1838)
Design of a desk, c. 1800. Private Collection

Design of the Bed, c. 1800. Creator: Percier, Charles (1764-1838)
Design of the Bed, c. 1800. Private Collection

Empress Josephine (The Coronation of Napoleon, Detail). Artist: David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825)
Empress Josephine (The Coronation of Napoleon, Detail). Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

The Marriage during the First Empire. Private Collection

Project of the Great Tribune and the Throne for the Feast of the Distribution of Eagles, 1807. Private Collection

Decoration project for the Grand Chamber of the Court of Cassation, 1809. Private Collection

Projet de Monument a la gloire des armees republicaines, 1810s
Projet de Monument a la gloire des arme es re publicaines, 1810s. Private Collection

Portrait of Duke of Reichstadt (1811-1832), c. 1830. Private Collection

Study for the Painted ceiling of the library in the Conservatory, 1812. Private Collection

Study for the decoration of the throne at the Palais des Tuileries, 1806. Private Collection

Wallpaper Frieze from the Consulate period, c. 1800. Private Collection

View of the Palace of the King of Rome as Seen from garden side, 1813. Found in the collection of Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Project of the Elephant Fountain at the Place de la Bastille, ca 1809-1819. Found in the collection of Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Portrait of Marie-Louise of Austria (1791-1847), Duchess of Parma, 1837-1839. Found in the collection of Galleria Nazionale, Parma

Prince Napoleon Francois Bonaparte (1811-1832) as child. Found in the Collection of Podstanitsky collection

Empress Marie-Louise With the Sleeping King of Rome. Artist: Franque, Joseph-Boniface (1774-1833)
Empress Marie-Louise With the Sleeping King of Rome. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Napoleon Francois Bonaparte, Duke of Reichstadt, King of Rome. Artist: Gerard, Francois Pascal Simon (1770-1837)
Napoleon Francois Bonaparte, Duke of Reichstadt, King of Rome. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Madame Recamier, nee Julie Bernard (1777-1849). Artist: David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825)
Madame Recamier, nee Julie Bernard (1777-1849). Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Empress Marie-Louise With the King of Rome. Artist: Gerard, Francois Pascal Simon (1770-1837)
Empress Marie-Louise With the King of Rome. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

View of the Palace of the King of Rome as Seen from garden side. Found in the Collection of Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Design of the Bassinet for His Majesty the King of Rome, 1811. Artist: Percier, Charles (1764-1838)
Design of the Bassinet for His Majesty the King of Rome, 1811. Found in the collection of the Patrimoine comte Charles-Andre Colonna Walewski

Detail of the Sistine Chapel ceiling in the Vatican, 1508-1512. Michelangelo (1475-1564). The Sistine Chapel, Vatican

The Annunciation, 1430-1432. Angelico, Fra Giovanni, da Fiesole (ca. 1400-1455). Found in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid

Portrait of Hieronymus Bosch, 1570s. Cort, Cornelis (1533-1578). Found in the collection of The Netherlands Institute for Art History, The Hague

French court dress with wide panniers, 1778. Desrais, Claude Louis (1746-1816). Private collection

Virgin and Child with Angels, between 1395 and 1399. The right inside panel of the Wilton Diptych. Wilton Master (active 1395 - 1399). Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Richard II of England with his patron saints, between 1395 and 1399. The left inside panel of the Wilton Diptych. Wilton Master (active 1395 - 1399)

Charles I, King of England (1600-1649), from Three Angles (The Triple Portrait), 1636. Dyck, Sir Anthonis, van (1599-1641). Found in the collection of the The Royal Collection, London

Court dress at the time of the French First Empire, 1807. Private Collection

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"The Greater French Empire: A Journey Through Art and History" Step into the enchanting world of the Greater French Empire, where art and grandeur intertwine to create a captivating tapestry of history. From the mesmerizing masterpiece "The Garden of Earthly Delights" in the 1500s to the opulent designs envisioned for Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte's apartments, this empire leaves no stone unturned when it comes to artistic expression. Immerse yourself in the lavishness of Marshal Prince Poniatowski's portrait from 1813, an engraving that captures his noble spirit and unwavering loyalty. Transport yourself to Madame Recamier's salon at Abbaye-aux-Bois in 1826, where intellectual conversations flourished amidst exquisite surroundings. The portrait of Madame Recamier herself by Gerard showcases her timeless beauty and elegance. Marvel at Percier's ingenious design for a desk and bed from around 1800, exemplifying both functionality and aesthetic appeal. Witness love unfold during the First Empire through "The Marriage, " a poignant depiction that encapsulates romance against a backdrop of power. Be awestruck by grand architectural projects like the Great Tribune and Throne designed for the Feast of Distribution of Eagles in 1807 or envision yourself within the resplendent Grand Chamber of Cassation with its elaborate decorations planned in 1809. Pay homage to France's heroic armies through Projet de Monument à la gloire des armées républicaines from the early 1810s—a testament to their bravery and sacrifice. Finally, gaze upon Duke Reichstadt's portrait from around 1830; his regal countenance reflects both hope for a bright future yet also hints at tragic circumstances ahead. In each brushstroke or meticulously crafted design lies a story waiting to be discovered—a tale that speaks volumes about France’s cultural heritage during this era. Join us on this journey through time as we explore these remarkable artworks and delve into the splendor of the Greater French Empire.