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Engraving "general Bertrand" - Louis-philippe.
Engraving "General Bertrand" - Louis-Philippe.
This 19th-century engraving portrays General Henri-Gatien Bertrand (1773–1844), one of Napoleon Bonaparte's most loyal figures, who followed him into exile on Elba and Saint Helena.
The work depicts him in full Napoleonic-era dress uniform, with fringed epaulettes, a diagonal sash, and several decorations, including the plaque of an order of chivalry.
Below the portrait is a commemorative inscription in French praising his courage and unwavering loyalty, even in adversity.
* Subject: Portrait of General Henri-Gatien Bertrand, Count of the Empire.
* Period: 19th century
* Technique: Vintage engraving/lithograph on paper.
* Frame: Elegant contemporary gilded wood frame, finely crafted with ornamental relief motifs.
* Condition: The engraving shows natural browning of the paper due to age, with visible signs of humidity or foxing, especially along the margins, giving the piece an authentic historical
character.
* Dimensions: cm. 25 x 19,5
* Historical Details: Bertrand is famous for having been Napoleon's Grand Marshal of the Palace and for overseeing the return of the Emperor's remains to France in 1840.
This 19th-century engraving portrays General Henri-Gatien Bertrand (1773–1844), one of Napoleon Bonaparte's most loyal figures, who followed him into exile on Elba and Saint Helena.
The work depicts him in full Napoleonic-era dress uniform, with fringed epaulettes, a diagonal sash, and several decorations, including the plaque of an order of chivalry.
Below the portrait is a commemorative inscription in French praising his courage and unwavering loyalty, even in adversity.
* Subject: Portrait of General Henri-Gatien Bertrand, Count of the Empire.
* Period: 19th century
* Technique: Vintage engraving/lithograph on paper.
* Frame: Elegant contemporary gilded wood frame, finely crafted with ornamental relief motifs.
* Condition: The engraving shows natural browning of the paper due to age, with visible signs of humidity or foxing, especially along the margins, giving the piece an authentic historical
character.
* Dimensions: cm. 25 x 19,5
* Historical Details: Bertrand is famous for having been Napoleon's Grand Marshal of the Palace and for overseeing the return of the Emperor's remains to France in 1840.
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