Portret van Napoleon III Bonaparte, keizer van Frankrijk 1855 - 1871

This anonymous portrait, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts Napoleon III, Emperor of France, in a formal pose wearing military attire. Created sometime between 1855 and 1871, this small, intimate portrait (measuring 88 mm x 51 mm) captures the detail of Napoleon III's features, including his signature mustache and beard. The artwork highlights the importance of portraiture during the 19th century, serving as a visual record of powerful figures and their political influence.