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Napoleon crowns Empress Josephine, Notre Dame, Paris, 2nd December 1804 (1882-1884)
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Napoleon crowns Empress Josephine, Notre Dame, Paris, 2nd December 1804 (1882-1884)
Napoleon crowns Empress Josephine, Notre Dame, Paris, 2nd December 1804 (1882-1884). In 1799 Napoleon led a coup to overthrow the government, the Directory, and became first consul and effective dictator of France. In 1804, he declared himself Emperor. A print from La France et les Francais a Travers les Siecles, Volume IV, F Roy editor, A Challamel, Saint-Antoine, 1882-1884
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This print captures a momentous event in French history - the crowning of Empress Josephine by Napoleon Bonaparte at Notre Dame Cathedral on 2nd December 1804. The image, taken from La France et les Francais a Travers les Siecles, Volume IV, depicts the grandeur and pageantry of this royal ceremony. Napoleon's rise to power began with his coup against the Directory in 1799, which led to him becoming the first consul and de facto ruler of France. In 1804, he took it a step further by declaring himself Emperor. This print showcases the culmination of his ambitions as he places the crown upon Josephine's head. The scene is filled with religious symbolism as crucifixes adorn the cathedral walls and both Napoleon and Josephine kneel before an altar. The crowd watches eagerly from below as witnesses to this historic moment. Men and women alike are captivated by this display of imperial power. Notre Dame Cathedral provides a majestic backdrop for this coronation ceremony, its steps serving as a stage for these monumental events. Jacques Louis David skillfully captured every detail in his engraving, bringing to life not only Napoleon and Josephine but also the atmosphere surrounding them. This print serves as a testament to both Napoleon's ambition for greatness and France's rich history during the nineteenth century. It reminds us of an era when emperors ruled over nations with grandeur while simultaneously highlighting Notre Dame Cathedral's significance as one of Paris' most iconic landmarks.
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