Jacques Francois Joseph Collection

Design for a Vase with a Bacchic Frieze, from: Vases, 1746

Vase with a Male Siren holding up a Garland, from: Vases, 1746

Man Mounting a Horse, . Creator: Jacques Francois Joseph Swebach
Man Mounting a Horse

Louis XVI Entering Paris, October 6, 1789, 1789. Creator: Jacques Francois Joseph Swebach
Louis XVI Entering Paris, October 6, 1789, 1789

Battle of Abensberg, 20 April 1809, (c1850). Artist: Edme Bovinet
Battle of Abensberg, 20 April 1809, (c1850). Battle between a Franco-German force under Emperor Napoleon I of France, and a reinforced Austrian corps led by Feldmarschall-Leutnant Archduke Louis of

The Battle of Eylau, 9 February 1807, (c1850). Artist: Edme Bovinet
The Battle of Eylau, 9 February 1807, (c1850). The Battle of Eylau was one of the major engagements of the War of the Third Coalition

Entry of the French into Berlin, 27 October 1806, (c1850). Artist: Edme Bovinet
Entry of the French into Berlin, 27 October 1806, (c1850). Napoleon entered the Prussian capital after his armies decisively defeated the Prussians at the Battle of Jena on 14 October 1806

Battle near Jena, 14 October 1806, (c1850). Artist: Edme Bovinet
Battle near Jena, 14 October 1806, (c1850). The battle of Jena in Germany began with the chance evening meeting of Marshal Lannes corps with a Prussian force of 35

Battle near Wagram, 7 July 1809, (c1850). Artist: Louis Francois Mariage
Battle near Wagram, 7 July 1809, (c1850). Napoleon defeated the Austrians at Wagram (present-day Deutsch-Wagram in Austria)

Meeting of the two Emperors, 25 June 1807, (c1850). Artist: Francois-Louis Couché
Meeting of the two Emperors, 25 June 1807, (c1850). Napoleon I meets Alexander I, Czar of Russia, on a raft in the middle of the river Niemen, near Tilsit (Russia)

Battle of Friedland, 14 June 1807, (c1850). Artist: Francois Pigeot
Battle of Friedland, 14 June 1807, (c1850). The Battle of Friedland saw Napoleon inflict a decisive defeat on the Russian army under Bennigsen

Death of Prince Louis of Prussia at the Battle of Saalfeld, 10 October 1806, (c1850). The French under Marshal Lannes defeated the Prussians commanded by Prince Louis Ferdinand

The Taking of Ulm, 17 October 1805, (c1850). Artist: Francois Pigeot
The Taking of Ulm, 17 October 1805, (c1850). Ulm in Germany was one of Napoleons greatest victories, with an entire Austrian army of 30, 000 men captured by the French

The Embarkation of the English in Holland, 30 November 1799. In August 1799 the British and Russians launched a combined invasion of the Netherlands, then a French vassal state

The Imperial Guard Manoeuvring in the Presence of the Two Emperors at Tilsit, 28 June 1807. On 25 June 1807, Napoleon and Alexander I of Russia met on a raft in the middle of the river Neman in

The Death of Prince Ludwig of Prussia at the Battle of Saalfed, 10 October 1806. The French under Marshal Lannes defeated the Prussians commanded by Prince Louis Ferdinand

The Battle of Aboukir, 7 Thermidor, Year 7 (25 July 1799). Napoleon decisively defeated a Turkish army commanded by Seid Mustafa Pasha (the future Sultan Mustafa IV)

Bernard le Bovier de Fontenelle contemplating the plurality of worlds, 1791. Artist
Bernard le Bovier de Fontenelle contemplating the plurality of worlds, 1791. French mathematician Bernard Fontenelle (1657-1757) stands by a telescope, looking up at the Moon in the night sky

The Battle of Wagram, Austria, 7th July 1809. Artist: Louis Francois Mariage
The Battle of Wagram, Austria, 7th July 1809. Napoleon defeated the Austrians at Wagram, forcing them to sue for peace four days later and bringing an end to the War of the Fifth Coalition

The Battle of Friedland, 14th June 1807. Artist: Francois Pigeot
The Battle of Friedland, 14th June 1807. The Battle of Friedland saw Napoleon inflict a decisive defeat on the Russian army under Bennigsen

Napoleon visiting the siege works at Danzig led by Marshal Lefebvre, 9th May 1807. Bonaparte made Danzig a free city after he defeated the Fourth Coalition in 1807

The Battle of Eylau, Germany, 9th February 1807. Artist: Edme Bovinet
The Battle of Eylau, Germany, 9th February 1807. The Battle of Eylau was one of the major engagements of the War of the Third Coalition

The Battle of Jena, Germany, 14th October 1806. Artist: Edme Bovinet
The Battle of Jena, Germany, 14th October 1806. The battle of Jena in Germany began with the chance evening meeting of Marshal Lannes corps with a Prussian force of 35

The Battle of Ulm, Germany, 17th October 1805. Artist: Louis Francois Couche
The Battle of Ulm, Germany, 17th October 1805. Ulm was one of Napoleons greatest victories, with an entire Austrian army of 30, 000 men captured by the French

The Battle of Mount Tabor, 27 Ventose, Year 7 (17 February 1799). The French under Napoleon and General Kleber defeated an Ottoman army attempting to break the French siege of Acre

The Battle of the Pyramids, Egypt, 3 Thermidor, Year 6 (21 July 1798). Napoleon defeated the Mamluk army of the Ottoman Turks, conquering Egypt for France

Jean-Baptiste Morret after Jacques-Franazois-Joseph Swebach-Desfontaines (French, active 1789 - 1820), Caffea© des Patriotes - A Patriots Coffa© e House, 1792, etching and wash manner

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Jacques Francois Joseph was a versatile artist who left his mark in various forms of art. His talent extended from designing exquisite vases to capturing historical events on canvas. In "Design for a Vase with a Bacchic Frieze, " Jacques showcases his mastery of intricate details, creating an ornate piece that exudes elegance and sophistication. The vase tells the story of Bacchus, the Roman god of wine, through its captivating frieze. Another remarkable creation by Jacques is the "Vase with a Male Siren holding up a Garland. " This vase portrays the allure and enchantment associated with mythical sirens. With meticulous craftsmanship, he depicts the male siren gracefully supporting a garland, adding an ethereal touch to this stunning work. Moving beyond vases, Jacques also delved into painting historical scenes. In "Louis XVI Entering Paris, " he captures the momentous occasion when Louis XVI made his entrance into Paris on October 6th, 1789. Through his brushstrokes, we witness the grandeur and significance of this event during one of France's most transformative periods. One cannot overlook Jacques' contribution to depicting military campaigns. Collaborating with artists like Edme Bovinet and Francois Pigeot, he immortalizes pivotal battles such as Abensberg, Eylau, Jena, Wagram - each artwork showcasing intense action and bravery amidst chaos. Additionally, Jacques commemorates significant meetings between world leaders in pieces like "Meeting of the two Emperors. " Here we see Napoleon Bonaparte meeting Alexander I of Russia on June 25th, 1807 - an encounter that shaped European history forever. Lastly but not leastly is "Death of Prince Louis of Prussia at Battle Saalfeld. " This poignant depiction pays tribute to Prince Louis who tragically lost his life during battle on October 10th, 1806. It serves as a somber reminder of the sacrifices made during times of war.