Keizerin Eugénie achter een weeggetouw, 1860 1860s

This 1860s engraving by Ange-Louis Janet depicts Empress Eugénie of France, wife of Napoleon III, inspecting a silk loom during a visit to the Chamber of Commerce in Lyon. The scene captures the Empress surrounded by officials, showcasing the importance of silk production to the French economy during this era. The detailed depiction of the loom and the figures highlights the artistic skill of Janet, a prominent French printmaker known for his historical and portrait works. "Keizerin Eugénie achter een weeggetouw" offers a glimpse into the world of 19th-century French industry and royalty.