Large Terracotta Medallion
Large terracotta medallion depicting Talma, the famous French actor and Napoleon I’s favorite.
He is depicted looking to the right, dressed as a Roman emperor, wearing a toga and crowned with a laurel wreath.
A modern gilded wooden frame protects this medallion and showcases it.
Dimensions (viewable area): 14 cm
Dimensions (with frame): 18.5 cm
TALMA François Joseph
born in Paris on January 15, 1763
died in Paris on October 19, 1826
French actor at the Comédie-Française
During the Empire, he became friends with Napoleon Bonaparte, who admired him and received him regularly.
He is buried at the Père Lachaise Cemetery in Paris.
He is depicted looking to the right, dressed as a Roman emperor, wearing a toga and crowned with a laurel wreath.
A modern gilded wooden frame protects this medallion and showcases it.
Dimensions (viewable area): 14 cm
Dimensions (with frame): 18.5 cm
TALMA François Joseph
born in Paris on January 15, 1763
died in Paris on October 19, 1826
French actor at the Comédie-Française
During the Empire, he became friends with Napoleon Bonaparte, who admired him and received him regularly.
He is buried at the Père Lachaise Cemetery in Paris.
480 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Consulat, Empire
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Terracotta
Reference (ID): 1829084
Availability: In stock
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