Loans from all Over Europe Form a Comprehensive Picture of Napoleon and His Time

BONN.- During the nearly sixteen years of his reign, Napoleon Bonaparte (1769–1821), more than any other historical figure, redrew the very foundations of European history and wrought changes that can be felt to this day – both positively and negatively. The exhibition, which has been panned and organized by the Art and Exhibition Hall of the Federal Republic of Germany, draws on a selection of high-calibre loans from all over Europe to present a comprehensive picture of Napoleon and his [...]

Bonhams to Sell Portrait of Napoleon by His Valet and Friend

LONDON.- Bonhams are to sell a near-contemporary portrait of Napoleon painted by his valet and close companion Louis-Joseph-Narcisse Marchand in the British & Continental Pictures auction in Knightsbridge on 30 November 2010. Napoleon by Louis Joseph Marchand. Photo Bonhams Marchand (1791-1876) was Napoleon Bonaparte’s valet and friend. He became an Imperial servant in 1811 and remained faithful to Napoleon after his abdication and was rewarded with promotion to main valet. While Napoleon was on his deathbed he bestowed the title [...]

An Impressive Gold Coin from the Reign of Napoleon III was Discovered

JERUSALEM.- In an archaeological excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, which was conducted on Koifman Street in north Yafo, prior to infrastructure work by NTA – Metropolitan Mass Transit System Ltd, an impressive gold coin from the reign of Napoleon III was uncovered. The ten franc coin was minted in Paris in 1856, at the time of the Second French Empire, and is made of almost completely pure gold (93%). The image appearing on the obverse is that [...]

Chess Up Your Interior at Christie’s Interiors: Style & Spirit Sale

SOUTH KENSINGTON.- Christie’s South Kensington’s second Interiors: Style & Spirit sale of the year, to be held on 18 May 2010, includes a special section dedicated to the ancient game of chess. Twenty-five chess sets are on offer, sure to excite and intrigue chess players and aficionados, as well as those captivated by their character and workmanship. The selection on offer is of the utmost quality and condition. Made from a variety of materials, including carved and turned ivory, amber, [...]