Portret van Napoleon III 1842 - 1873

This lithograph by Dutch artist Nicolaas Johannes Wilhelmus de Roode is a portrait of Napoleon III, the first President and later Emperor of France. Created between 1842 and 1873, the portrait shows Napoleon III in a formal pose, wearing a dark coat and a bow tie. The image, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, captures the likeness of Napoleon III, evoking the formality and gravitas associated with his reign. The lithograph is a testament to de Roode's skill in portraiture, demonstrating his ability to capture the essence of his subject.