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Precious Memories of Napoleon I

Published on , by Caroline Legrand
Auction on 24 September 2021 - 14:00 (CEST) - 29, rue du Mirail - 33074 Bordeaux

An outstanding group of about 30 lots presented by the Crédit Municipal de Bordeaux will conjure up the emperor’s memory.

1807–1810. Porcelain dish from a 72-piece service called "Quartiers généraux", commissioned... Precious Memories of Napoleon I

1807–1810. Porcelain dish from a 72-piece service called "Quartiers généraux", commissioned by Napoleon I from the Sèvres Royal Manufactory, diam. 23.5 cm/9.25 in (detail).
Estimate: €140,000/180,000

Jewelry and porcelain will stand out in this group, especially the ring of Queen Hortense (1783-1837), Josephine’s daughter, Napoleon I’s daughter-in-law and King Louis Bonaparte of Holland’s wife. Made in 1810, its "H" adorned with diamonds and blue enamel will surely attract attention…
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bijoux, céramiques, manuscrits, autographes, sculptures, bronzes, tableaux, , armes, militaria, souvenirs historiques : souvenirs de Napoléon 1er
Friday 24 September 2021 - 14:00 (CEST)
29, rue du Mirail - 33074 Bordeaux
Crédit Municipal de Bordeaux