Standbeelden van Napoleon Bonaparte en Louis-Napoléon Bonaparte 1842 - 1887

This lithograph by Carel Christiaan Antony Last, created between 1842 and 1887, depicts a satirical comparison between Napoleon Bonaparte and Louis-Napoléon Bonaparte. The work is a visual commentary on the two figures, with the inscription "De man van brons" (the man of bronze) referencing Napoleon's stature and legacy, while "De man van pleister" (the man of plaster) mocks Louis-Napoléon's perceived lack of substance. The print is a valuable historical document offering insights into the political and social dynamics of 19th-century Europe. It is part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam, Netherlands.