Borstbeeld van Lodewijk Napoleon, koning van Holland 1806

This marble bust, sculpted in 1806 by Pierre Cartellier, portrays Louis Napoleon, King of Holland from 1806 to 1810. The bust, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures Louis Napoleon in a formal pose, wearing a military uniform adorned with detailed epaulettes and a decorative insignia. The sculptor’s attention to detail, evident in the carefully rendered facial features and the meticulous depiction of the uniform, showcases the Neoclassical style popular in the early 19th century. The work serves as a historical and artistic testament to the reign of Louis Napoleon, brother of Napoleon Bonaparte, during a pivotal period in European history.