Napoleon III 1860s

This 19th century portrait of Napoleon III, Emperor of France, was created by Mayer & Pierson in the 1860s. The artwork depicts Napoleon III in a military uniform, with a grand, plumed hat and an embroidered sash. It is a striking example of a portrait photograph, capturing the Emperor in a dignified and formal pose. The image is currently part of the collection at the Art Institute of Chicago, and is a historical treasure that offers insight into the fashion and iconography of the era.