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Napoleon

The Imperial Household
By Sylvain Cordier
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Napoleon by Sylvain Cordier offers a captivating exploration of the life and legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte. The biography delves into his rise from humble beginnings to becoming one of history's most renowned military and political leaders. Through detailed research and engaging narrative, the book sheds light on the complexities of his character and the impact of his monumental achievements on Europe and the world.
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Format: Hardback
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This book may appeal to you if you are intrigued by the life and legacy of one of history's most iconic figures. It offers a detailed exploration of Napoleon's rise and fall, capturing the drama and complexity of his era. You'll likely enjoy it if you're interested in strategic genius, political intrigue, and the cultural impact of Napoleon's rule.

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The dazzling splendours of the court of Napoleon I (1769–1821) reflected the grandeur and ambitions of the greatest empire of the day. This luxurious volume re-creates the ambiance and captures the spirit that prevailed in the French court during the Empire through the material manifestations of the Imperial Household.

The Imperial Household, a key institution during Napoleon’s reign, was responsible for the daily lives of the Imperial family. It consisted of six departments, each headed by a high-ranking dignitary of the Empire: the grand chaplain, grand master of ceremonies, grand marshal of the Palace, grand master of the hunt, grand chamberlain, and grand equerry – each intimately involved with every moment of pageantry in the court.

Featured here are more than 250 works of fine and decorative art, the visual magnificence of which was part of a calculated and deliberate effort to fashion a monarchic identity for the new emperor.

Distributed for Editions Hazan, Paris

Exhibition Schedule:

The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
(01/23/18–05/13/18)

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
(06/06/18–09/03/18)

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
(10/04/18–01/13/19)

Musée national du Château de Fontainebleau
(04/13/19–07/15/19)

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Napoleon by Sylvain Cordier is praised for being beautifully illustrated and rich in information. It is considered a significant contribution to the scholarly understanding of attire at the Napoleonic Court.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780300233469

Publisher: Yale University Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 21 February 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Yale University Press

Illustration: 380 color + b-w illus.

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 241.0mm

Height: 311.0mm

Weight: 2631g

Pages: 352

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Biography & Memoir European History History & Archaeology History & Military Non-Fiction Political Biographies Sylvain Cordier

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