Rare bronze plaque of Napoleon by Maire

Rare, good sized 19th Century patinated bronze profile portrait plaque of a bare headed Napoleon in military uniform cast in high relief by Maire. Signed 'Maire Fecit 1811' In two tones of patinated bronze with mid bronze for the portrait and dark for the frame which has a loop for suspension. Very similar to official portraits of Napoleon struck on commemorative medals towards the end of the Empire by Depaulis (see Bramson 1323 The Battle of Wurtchen), A similar plaque sold at Christies, New York, 24th May 2001, lot 24. France, circa 1811.

H 16cm x W 15cm x D 1.5cm

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