Napoleon vejer menneskenes skæbne 1748 - 1831

This 18th-century engraving by J.F. Clemens depicts Napoleon Bonaparte, the famed French emperor, as a powerful figure controlling the fate of humanity. Created in 1748-1831, the work is titled "Napoleon vejer menneskenes skæbne" (Napoleon Weighs the Fate of Humanity) and portrays Napoleon, dressed in military attire, holding a scale symbolizing his influence on the world's destiny. This piece is a testament to Napoleon's impact on history, a powerful image of a leader wielding immense power. This artwork, currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, offers a glimpse into the historical and artistic context of Napoleon's reign.