Second Empire 1852 1870 Collection

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")

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)

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)

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)

Portrait of the Empress of France Eugenie praying, 1859 (b/w photo)
1747296 Portrait of the Empress of France Eugenie praying, 1859 (b/w photo) by Le Gray, Gustave (1820-1884); (add.info.: French empress Eugenie (1826-1920)

Children in the Tuileries Gardens in 1859, 1898 (litho)
5913089 Children in the Tuileries Gardens in 1859, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Children in the Tuileries Gardens, 1859)

Racing at the Bois de Boulogne, Paris, 1862. Woman in violet crinoline dress
5913091 Racing at the Bois de Boulogne, Paris, 1862. Woman in violet crinoline dress and mantelet cape watching the horse racing in the park. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

The palmy days of the Cafe de la Rotonde in the Palais Royal, Paris, 1868 (lithograph)
5913097 The palmy days of the Cafe de la Rotonde in the Palais Royal, Paris, 1868 (lithograph) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Man with moustache and muttonchops)

Fete given at the Tuileries, 1867, 1898 (engraving)
5913096 Fete given at the Tuileries, 1867, 1898 (engraving) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Woman in crinoline ball gown and fur cape, men in evening attire with sash)

In front of the Palais de l'Industrie, coming back from the races in 1866, 1898 (litho)
5913095 In front of the Palais de l'Industrie, coming back from the races in 1866, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: In front of the Palais de l'Industrie, Paris)

Fashionable couple in front of the Ambigu Theatre, 1861. Man in jacket and check trousers
5913090 Fashionable couple in front of the Ambigu Theatre, 1861. Man in jacket and check trousers, woman in blue crinoline dress and black mantelet

On a balcony in the rue de Rivoli, Paris, 1864, 1898 (lithograph)
5913093 On a balcony in the rue de Rivoli, Paris, 1864, 1898 (lithograph) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: Woman with mustard crinoline dress with pelerine)

Julie Bonaparte del Gallo di Roccagiovine, 1847, (oil on canvas)
7129774 Julie Bonaparte del Gallo di Roccagiovine, 1847, (oil on canvas) by Belloli, Andrej Franzowitsch (1820-81); Museo Napoleonico, Rome

Storming the Citadel of Saigon by Vice Admiral Rigault de Genouilly, February 17, 1859 (oil on canvas)
904776 Storming the Citadel of Saigon by Vice Admiral Rigault de Genouilly, February 17, 1859 (oil on canvas) by Morel-Fatio, Antoine Leon (1810-1871); Chateau de Versailles

Francois Certain de Canrobert (1809 - 1895), Empire marshal, 1857 (oil on canvas)
904765 Francois Certain de Canrobert (1809 - 1895), Empire marshal, 1857 (oil on canvas) by Vernet, Emile Jean Horace (1789-1863); 219 x 143 cm; Chateau de Versailles

Arrival at the Tuileries of Napoleon III and his troops returning from Italy in August 1859 (oil on canvas)
904711 Arrival at the Tuileries of Napoleon III and his troops returning from Italy in August 1859 (oil on canvas) by Magrath

The Hussars, Army of the Second Empire, 1867 (colour litho)
1729623 The Hussars, Army of the Second Empire, 1867 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Hussar or Houzard.)

Leon-Charles Bienvenu, or Touchatout (colour litho)
1729119 Leon-Charles Bienvenu, or Touchatout (colour litho) by Lafosse, Georges (1844-1880); (add.info.: Leon-Charles Bienvenu (25 March 1835, in Paris - January 1911)

Portrait of Marie Louise of Habsburg Lorraine, Imperatrice of France (oil on canvas)
XEE5027189 Portrait of Marie Louise of Habsburg Lorraine, Imperatrice of France (oil on canvas) by Borghesi, Giovanni Battista (1790-1846); 252 x 192 cm; Galleria Nazionale, Parma, Emilia-Romagna

Le Nouveau Paris. c. 1867 (engraving)
6437602 Le Nouveau Paris. c.1867 (engraving) by Guesnu, Hilaire (1820-1868); Private Collection; (add.info.: Geography. France. Memories of New Paris)

Princess Mathilde (1820-1904) (oil on canvas)
886680 Princess Mathilde (1820-1904) (oil on canvas) by Scheffer, Ary (1795-1858); Galleria d Arte Moderna, Palazzo Pitti, Florence, Tuscany

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The Second Empire (1852-1870): A Glimpse into the Glamorous Era Step back in time and immerse yourself in the opulence of the Second Empire. This captivating period, spanning from 1852 to 1870, was characterized by grandeur, innovation, and a flourishing arts scene. Let us take you on a journey through some remarkable moments captured during this era. In 1859, we witness Empress Eugenie of France deep in prayer. The portrait captures her devotion and grace as she seeks solace amidst the tumultuous times. Meanwhile, children frolic in the enchanting Tuileries Gardens - their innocent laughter echoing through history. At Bois de Boulogne in Paris, horse racing becomes an exhilarating spectacle for all to behold. In a vibrant lithograph from 1862, a woman donning a violet crinoline dress and mantelet cape gazes intently at the thrilling race unfolding before her eyes. The Cafe de la Rotonde at Palais Royal stands as an emblem of sophistication and indulgence during this epoch. A lithograph from 1868 transports us to its palmy days when socialites reveled in lively conversations over aromatic brews. Fetes held at Tuileries Palace were extravagant affairs that brought together nobility and commoners alike. An engraving from 1867 showcases one such celebration where joy radiates from every face present – proof that unity can transcend societal divisions. Returning from races near Palais de l'Industrie is another moment frozen in time; it encapsulates both excitement and anticipation shared by spectators after witnessing thrilling equestrian competitions unfold before their very eyes. Fashion also took center stage during this era: couples strolled outside Ambigu Theatre adorned with exquisite attire – men sporting jackets paired with check trousers while women flaunted blue crinoline dresses complemented by black mantelets.