Portrait of Joachim Napoléon Murat, King of Naples and of the two Sicilies 1867

This portrait of Joachim Murat, King of Naples and of the two Sicilies, was painted by François Gérard in 1867. The artwork depicts Murat standing in a regal pose, adorned in elaborate royal attire, including a crimson coat, a white sash, and a luxurious fur-trimmed robe. His piercing gaze and confident stance exude power and authority, reflecting his prominent role as a military leader and sovereign. This neoclassical portrait showcases Gérard's masterful skill in capturing the essence of his subject and portraying grandeur and nobility.