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On the evening of the Battle of Champaubert and on the eve of Montmirail, a pensive Napoleon rocks the baby of a cantiniere, 10-11 February 1814 (colour litho)
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On the evening of the Battle of Champaubert and on the eve of Montmirail, a pensive Napoleon rocks the baby of a cantiniere, 10-11 February 1814 (colour litho)
3100864 On the evening of the Battle of Champaubert and on the eve of Montmirail, a pensive Napoleon rocks the baby of a cantiniere, 10-11 February 1814 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville, Jacques (1858-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the evening of the Battle of Champaubert and on the eve of Montmirail, a pensive Napoleon rocks the baby of a cantiniere, 10-11 February 1814. Illustration for Le Grand Napoleon des Petits Enfants par Job et J de Marthold (Plon-Nourrit, 1893).); © Look and Learn
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In this print titled "On the evening of the Battle of Champaubert and on the eve of Montmirail" we see a pensive Napoleon Bonaparte rocking the baby of a cantiniere. The scene takes place on 10-11 February 1814, during the War of the Sixth Coalition. Napoleon, known for his military genius and strategic prowess, is depicted here in a rare moment of vulnerability and tenderness. As he sits by the fireside, his iconic hat resting beside him, he cradles the infant with care and affection. His expression reveals a mixture of deep thought and concern as he contemplates both his personal life and his role as Emperor. The presence of the cantiniere adds an intriguing layer to this image. Cantinieres were women who accompanied armies, providing food and drink to soldiers. In this instance, she entrusts her precious child to Napoleon's care, perhaps seeking solace or protection amidst turbulent times. This poignant snapshot captures not only Napoleon's humanity but also highlights the complexities that lie beneath his legendary status. It serves as a reminder that even great leaders have moments when they are confronted with their own mortality and responsibilities beyond warfare. Through its vibrant colors and attention to detail, this color litho by Job (pseudonym for Onfray de Breville) transports us back to early 19th-century France - an era defined by war, revolution, and one man's indelible mark on history.
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