Portret van Eugène de Beauharnais, hertog van Leuchtenberg 1825 - 1842

This is Nicolas Maurin’s undated portrait of Eugène de Beauharnais, the Duke of Leuchtenberg. It is a lithograph printed in Paris. Maurin captures de Beauharnais draped in what appears to be a military cloak. His gaze is directed off to the side, imbuing him with a sense of thoughtfulness. De Beauharnais was the stepson of Napoleon Bonaparte, and served as a general in the Napoleonic army. This connection highlights the themes of power and status that permeate this portrait. The portrait captures a historical moment rife with political upheaval, particularly the rise and fall of Napoleon's empire. De Beauharnais was both a benefactor and a victim of this period, and his position highlights the complexities of identity within the context of shifting political landscapes. He embodies the paradox of privilege and the weight of historical forces shaping individual destinies.