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Le Jeu des Quatre Coins ou Les Cinq Freres, Bonapartiste cartoon depicting
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Le Jeu des Quatre Coins ou Les Cinq Freres, Bonapartiste cartoon depicting
BRO43292 Le Jeu des Quatre Coins ou Les Cinq Freres, Bonapartiste cartoon depicting Napoleon and his brothers, 1808 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Napoleon Bonaparte with his four brothers standing on a globe with Europe at their feet. The brothers are, from left to right, Joseph, Jerome, Louis, and brother-in-law Joachim Murat. The reference is to Napoleons swapping of Kingdoms.); French, out of copyright
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1769 1821 Brother Brothers French Empire Frere Freres Globe Globes Jerome Joachim Murat Joseph Kingdom Kingdoms Louis Napoleon Bonaparte Napoleonic Wars Cinq Lucien Nepotism Rulers
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Le Jeu des Quatre Coins ou Les Cinq Freres - A Glimpse into Napoleon's Kingdom Swapping
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. This coloured engraving, titled "Le Jeu des Quatre Coins ou Les Cinq Freres" offers a fascinating insight into the political dynamics of the Napoleonic era. Created by an anonymous French artist in the 19th century, this Bonapartist cartoon portrays Napoleon Bonaparte and his four brothers standing triumphantly on a globe, with Europe at their feet. From left to right, we see Joseph, Jerome, Louis, and brother-in-law Joachim Murat accompanying their influential sibling. The artwork alludes to Napoleon's penchant for swapping kingdoms among his family members during his reign as Emperor of the French. The symbolism is striking; each brother represents a different kingdom that they were appointed to rule under Napoleon's nepotistic regime. This visual metaphor highlights both the consolidation of power within the Bonaparte family and its far-reaching influence across Europe. As we delve deeper into this historical masterpiece, it becomes evident that it not only captures a pivotal moment in European history but also serves as a testament to Napoleon's ambition and strategic maneuvering during the Napoleonic Wars. With meticulous attention to detail and vibrant colors adorning every inch of this print from Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images, viewers are transported back in time to witness firsthand how politics intertwined with familial ties shaped an empire.
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