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    MAYER FRÈRES

    'The Emperor Napoleon III' (1808-73)

    1854

    Albumen print | 9.4 x 7.6 cm (image) | RCIN 2915738

    Photograph of a three-quarter length portrait of Napoleon III, Emperor of the French (1808-73) standing, facing slightly towards the right. He wears a military uniform and holds a bicorn hat in his left hand.

    • Creator(s)

      Mayer Frères (photographer)

      Subject(s)

      Napoléon III, Emperor of the French (1808-73)

    • 9.4 x 7.6 cm (image)

    • Acquired and arranged by Prince Arthur

    • Subject(s)
      • Science, Medicine and Technology
        • Industries, Crafts and Trades
          • Clothing
            • Costume
              • Uniforms
                • Military uniforms
      Object type(s)
        • visual works
          • photographs
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