Bonaparte's Protecting Fortune. 1803. 19th century

"Bonaparte's Protecting Fortune" is a 19th-century medal by Nicholas Guy Antoine Brenet, showcasing a profile portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte on one side and a symbolic representation of Fortune protecting him on the other. This medal, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to Brenet's mastery in creating commemorative medals during the Napoleonic era, reflecting the historical events and iconography associated with Napoleon's reign. The delicate details and intricate engravings on this small-scale work demonstrate the artistic skill of the period.