Napoleon in the Chamber of Deputies, from the Political and Military Life of Napoleon 1822 - 1826

"Napoleon in the Chamber of Deputies" is a lithograph by Charles Motte depicting a pivotal moment in Napoleon Bonaparte's political life. The artwork, created between 1822 and 1826, captures the moment Napoleon addressed the French Chamber of Deputies, a scene of significant political tension. The lithograph, now part of The Art Institute of Chicago's collection, uses a detailed, almost photographic, style to portray the setting and figures with accuracy, providing viewers with a visual glimpse into a key event in French history.