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Second Empire Collection

The Second Empire, a period of French history from 1852 to 1870, was marked by significant political and cultural developments

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Caricature of Baron Georges Eugene Haussmann (1809-91) as a Beaver, from La

Caricature of Baron Georges Eugene Haussmann (1809-91) as a Beaver, from La
XIR163430 Caricature of Baron Georges Eugene Haussmann (1809-91) as a Beaver, from La Menagerie Imperiale, c.1870-71 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: The Battle of Solferino, 24th June 1859 (oil on canvas)

The Battle of Solferino, 24th June 1859 (oil on canvas)
XIR218246 The Battle of Solferino, 24th June 1859 (oil on canvas) by Protais, Paul Alexandre (1826-90); 145x220 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Detail of Ugolino and His Sons, 1865-67 (Saint-Beat marble)

Detail of Ugolino and His Sons, 1865-67 (Saint-Beat marble)
3615935 Detail of Ugolino and His Sons, 1865-67 (Saint-Beat marble) by Carpeaux, Jean-Baptiste (1827-75); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: 1871 Cartoon depicting Leon Gambetta, Napoleon III and other politicians of the Paris Commune period

1871 Cartoon depicting Leon Gambetta, Napoleon III and other politicians of the Paris Commune period
5304828 1871 Cartoon depicting Leon Gambetta, Napoleon III and other politicians of the Paris Commune period; (add.info.: 1871 Cartoon depicting Leon Gambetta)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266818 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration of Emile Zola's book " Au bonheur des dames")

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266883 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266854 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration of Emile Zola's book " Au bonheur des dames")

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Illustration of Stop (1825-1899) in Le Charivari, 1872-10-24 - last word of the Forcade candidacy

Illustration of Stop (1825-1899) in Le Charivari, 1872-10-24 - last word of the Forcade candidacy - Elections
ICA4872059 Illustration of Stop (1825-1899) in Le Charivari, 1872-10-24 - last word of the Forcade candidacy - Elections, Second Empire, Gironde - Bonapartist Bonapartisme

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Portrait of Mademoiselle Ehrler (1861). Leon Riesener (1808-1878)

Portrait of Mademoiselle Ehrler (1861). Leon Riesener (1808-1878). Pastel and charcoal on gray paper glue on canvas
SYC4195789 Portrait of Mademoiselle Ehrler (1861). Leon Riesener (1808-1878). Pastel and charcoal on gray paper glue on canvas

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Portrait of Mademoiselle Ehrler (detail) (1861). Leon Riesener (1808-1878)

Portrait of Mademoiselle Ehrler (detail) (1861). Leon Riesener (1808-1878)
SYC4195781 Portrait of Mademoiselle Ehrler (detail) (1861). Leon Riesener (1808-1878). Pastel and charcoal on gray paper glue on canvas

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: General Justin CLINCHANT (1820-1881), French General of the Second Empire

General Justin CLINCHANT (1820-1881), French General of the Second Empire
JAB4121936 General Justin CLINCHANT (1820-1881), French General of the Second Empire.; (add.info.: General Justin CLINCHANT (1820-1881)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401066 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401115 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Portrait of the Empress Eugenie de Montijo, 1870

Portrait of the Empress Eugenie de Montijo, 1870
1575759 Portrait of the Empress Eugenie de Montijo, 1870; (add.info.: Engraving of the Empress Eugenie de Montijo (1826 - 1920)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266889 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration of Emile Zola's book " Au bonheur des dames")

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266816 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration of Emile Zola's book " Au bonheur des dames")

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266798 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266790 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info.: Madame Aurelie)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401109 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401099 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401095 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401082 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401063 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401040 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Rebuilding of Paris, 1870 (b/w photo) (b/w photo)

Rebuilding of Paris, 1870 (b/w photo) (b/w photo)
3434336 Rebuilding of Paris, 1870 (b/w photo) (b/w photo); (add.info.: France. Coll. Part. Geography. France. Rebuilding of Paris: construction of the avenue of the Opera)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Portrait of the French Emperor Napoleon III (engraving)

Portrait of the French Emperor Napoleon III (engraving)
945498 Portrait of the French Emperor Napoleon III (engraving); Private Collection; © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Napoleon III addressing members of the National assembly 1855

Napoleon III addressing members of the National assembly 1855
5304876 Napoleon III addressing members of the National assembly 1855; (add.info.: Napoleon III addressing members of the National assembly 1855); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: France, Photograph of an engraving showing the resting pavilion of her Majesty the Imperator at

France, Photograph of an engraving showing the resting pavilion of her Majesty the Imperator at the universal
LUX4730891 France, Photograph of an engraving showing the resting pavilion of her Majesty the Imperator at the universal exhibition and serving as an entry ticket for this exhibition

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401045 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401116 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401071 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401061 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401034 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: La barricade de la porte Saint-Denis (porte Saint Denis in Paris), chute of a scaffolding

La barricade de la porte Saint-Denis (porte Saint Denis in Paris), chute of a scaffolding
PCT4292320 La barricade de la porte Saint-Denis (porte Saint Denis in Paris), chute of a scaffolding, days from 2 to 4 December 1851 - Illustration by Daniel Vierge

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: France: panoply of cantiniere disguisement of the Second Empire, children's toy and barrel, 1910

France: panoply of cantiniere disguisement of the Second Empire, children's toy and barrel, 1910
LUX4771778 France: panoply of cantiniere disguisement of the Second Empire, children's toy and barrel, 1910; (add.info.: France: panoply of cantiniere disguisement of the Second Empire)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266871 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266858 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: France, Burgundy, Nievre (58): A Chateau Napoleon III in the region of Nevers, 1880

France, Burgundy, Nievre (58): A Chateau Napoleon III in the region of Nevers, 1880
LUX4714835 France, Burgundy, Nievre (58): A Chateau Napoleon III in the region of Nevers, 1880; (add.info.: France, Burgundy, Nievre (58): A Chateau Napoleon III in the region of Nevers

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: A child soldier presents the main French honorary decorations: Legion d'honneur (national order)

A child soldier presents the main French honorary decorations: Legion d'honneur (national order)
PCT4282657 A child soldier presents the main French honorary decorations: Legion d'honneur (national order) instituted by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802, Medaille de Sainte-Helene (Sainte Helene)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Napoleon III addressing members of the National assembly 1855

Napoleon III addressing members of the National assembly 1855
UIG5634569 Napoleon III addressing members of the National assembly 1855

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Surrender of Napoleon III to Prussians after Battle of Sedan with Wilhelm I (lithograph)

Surrender of Napoleon III to Prussians after Battle of Sedan with Wilhelm I (lithograph)
7243354 Surrender of Napoleon III to Prussians after Battle of Sedan with Wilhelm I (lithograph); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266867 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration of Emile Zola's book " Au bonheur des dames")

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266832 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266804 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration of Emile Zola's book " Au bonheur des dames")

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266788 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401067 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401112 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401110 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873). "Mr

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401072 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401053 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Portrait of Mademoiselle Ehrler (1861). Leon Riesener (1808-1878)

Portrait of Mademoiselle Ehrler (1861). Leon Riesener (1808-1878). Pastel and charcoal on gray paper glue on canvas
SYC4195766 Portrait of Mademoiselle Ehrler (1861). Leon Riesener (1808-1878). Pastel and charcoal on gray paper glue on canvas

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of Napoleon III, Vanity Fair

Cartoon of Napoleon III, Vanity Fair
BCC10079 Cartoon of Napoleon III, Vanity Fair; Private Collection

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: 1871 Cartoon depicting Leon Gambetta, Napoleon III and other politicians of the Paris Commune period

1871 Cartoon depicting Leon Gambetta, Napoleon III and other politicians of the Paris Commune period
UIG5634437 1871 Cartoon depicting Leon Gambetta, Napoleon III and other politicians of the Paris Commune period

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266809 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration of Emile Zola's book " Au bonheur des dames")

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401083 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401075 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401047 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401079 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401030 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401025 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401049 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)

Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving)
PCT4266848 Illustration for Au bonheur des dames written by Emile Zola, 19th century, edition 1906 (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration of Emile Zola's book " Au bonheur des dames")

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Portrait of the politician Eugene Rouher (1814-1884)

Portrait of the politician Eugene Rouher (1814-1884)
JAB4119523 Portrait of the politician Eugene Rouher (1814-1884); (add.info.: Portrait of the politician Eugene Rouher (1814-1884)); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Law on the Right to strike may 1864, France (print)

Law on the Right to strike may 1864, France (print)
1802153 Law on the Right to strike may 1864, France (print); (add.info.: Extract of the text of law of May 1864, abrogates articles 414, 415 and 416 of the Penal Code of 1810, on the right of strike)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: the free-macons after supporting the second republic congratulated Prince Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte

the free-macons after supporting the second republic congratulated Prince Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte on the day after
ELD4899415 the free-macons after supporting the second republic congratulated Prince Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte on the day after the coup d'etat of 2 December 1851

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: History. France. Second French Empire. The emperor Napoleon III. Photo, France, c.1865 (b/w photo)

History. France. Second French Empire. The emperor Napoleon III. Photo, France, c.1865 (b/w photo)
3434154 History. France. Second French Empire. The emperor Napoleon III. Photo, France, c.1865 (b/w photo); (add.info.: France. 2nd Empire Empire. Photo, France, vers 1865. Coll. Part. History)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401060 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64), Biarritz: Villa Eugenie (1854-1855)

France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64), Biarritz: Villa Eugenie (1854-1855, destroyed after a fire in 1903), 1870
LUX4708962 France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64), Biarritz: Villa Eugenie (1854-1855, destroyed after a fire in 1903), 1870; (add.info.: France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III

Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III
JOC4401074 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Esoterism and fashion: session de spiritism (turntable) dans un salon de haute societe parisienne

Esoterism and fashion: session de spiritism (turntable) dans un salon de haute societe parisienne, mai 1853 (Spiritism)
ELD4841329 Esoterism and fashion: session de spiritism (turntable) dans un salon de haute societe parisienne, mai 1853 (Spiritism)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Rebuilding of Paris, 1865 (b/w photo) (b/w photo)

Rebuilding of Paris, 1865 (b/w photo) (b/w photo)
3434341 Rebuilding of Paris, 1865 (b/w photo) (b/w photo); (add.info.: France. Coll. Part. Geography. France. Rebuilding of Paris. the avenue of the Opera)

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Post Office Square, Boston, Mass. between 1900 and 1920. Creator: Unknown

Post Office Square, Boston, Mass. between 1900 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
Post Office Square, Boston, Mass. between 1900 and 1920

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Court House at Pontiac, Ill. between 1880 and 1901. Creator: Unknown

Court House at Pontiac, Ill. between 1880 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
Court House at Pontiac, Ill. between 1880 and 1901

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: City Hall, Louisville, Ky. c1906. Creator: Unknown

City Hall, Louisville, Ky. c1906. Creator: Unknown
City Hall, Louisville, Ky. c1906

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Singer Tower (Building), N.Y. 1910. Creator: William H. Jackson

Singer Tower (Building), N.Y. 1910. Creator: William H. Jackson
Singer Tower (Building), N.Y. 1910

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Philadelphia, Pa. c1900. Creator: Unknown

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Philadelphia, Pa. c1900. Creator: Unknown
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Philadelphia, Pa. c1900

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Post office and court house, Burlington, Vt. between 1900 and 1905. Creator: Unknown

Post office and court house, Burlington, Vt. between 1900 and 1905. Creator: Unknown
Post office and court house, Burlington, Vt. between 1900 and 1905

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: A qui le tour?, 1870. Creator: Honore Daumier

A qui le tour?, 1870. Creator: Honore Daumier
A qui le tour?, 1870. Who's next? - Museum of Sovereigns

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: State, War & Navy Bldg, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing

State, War & Navy Bldg, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. State, War & Navy Bldg, between 1910 and 1920
State, War & Navy Bldg, between 1910 and 1920

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Quarante-trois portraits de peintres de l'atelier Gleyre, between 1856 and 1868. Creator: Unknown

Quarante-trois portraits de peintres de l'atelier Gleyre, between 1856 and 1868. Creator: Unknown
Quarante-trois portraits de peintres de l'atelier Gleyre, between 1856 and 1868

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Esquisse pour le salon de la Paix de l'Hôtel de Ville de Paris : Hercule étouffant... c.1852-1854

Esquisse pour le salon de la Paix de l'Hôtel de Ville de Paris : Hercule étouffant... c.1852-1854
Esquisse pour le salon de la Paix de l'Hotel de Ville de Paris : Hercule etouffant Antee, between 1852 and 1854

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Esquisse pour le salon de la Paix de l'Hôtel de Ville de Paris : Hercule entre... c.1852-1854

Esquisse pour le salon de la Paix de l'Hôtel de Ville de Paris : Hercule entre... c.1852-1854
Esquisse pour le salon de la Paix de l'Hotel de Ville de Paris : Hercule entre le vice et la vertu, between 1852 and 1854

Background imageSecond Empire Collection: Affiche pour le roman de M. Émile Zola, 'la Terre'. c1897. Creator: Jules Cheret

Affiche pour le roman de M. Émile Zola, "la Terre". c1897. Creator: Jules Cheret. Affiche pour le roman de M
Affiche pour le roman de M. Emile Zola, "la Terre". c1897. [Publisher: Imprimerie Chaix; Place: Paris]



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The Second Empire, a period of French history from 1852 to 1870, was marked by significant political and cultural developments. The Battle of Solferino on June 24th, 1859, depicted in an oil painting, symbolized the military prowess of Napoleon III's regime. Meanwhile, a caricature portrayed Baron Georges Eugene Haussmann as a beaver, highlighting his role in transforming Paris through urban planning. In the Salon of painting and sculpture held in 1857 at the Palais de l'Industrie gallery, artistic masterpieces showcased the grandeur and elegance that characterized this era. A portrait captured Empress Eugenie praying in black and white photography during this time. The Longchamps Race Course became a popular gathering spot for society women adorned with fashionable crinoline dresses. Handcolored lithographs depicted their stylish attire while enjoying horse racing at this newly opened racetrack. The Theatre Francais also underwent renovations during this period with its new foyer designed by Prosper Chabrol featuring a marble statue of Voltaire. Mme. De R. , dressed in cream crinoline dress with a purple mantle and bonnet adorned with yellow ribbon, posed elegantly within this opulent setting. Art enthusiasts flocked to the Paris Salon exhibition in 1865 where they marveled at Edouard Manet's controversial masterpiece "Olympia. " This engraving captured viewers engrossed in contemplating the boldness of Manet's work. Children frolicked amidst nature's beauty within Tuileries Gardens both in 1859 and later revisited through lithography created in 1898. These images reflected the timeless joy experienced by young ones throughout different eras. During the war of 1870, people sought solace on Paris Ramparts as depicted through prints capturing their presence amidst turmoil—a testament to resilience even during challenging times.

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