Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 5

Printed Portrait of Josephine Bonaparte

$188
£142.69
€164.46
CA$263.47
A$294.05
CHF 154.71
MX$3,571.93
NOK 1,961.25
SEK 1,835.49
DKK 1,227.43

About the Item

Encased in a geometric Art Deco frame, this small printed portrait depicts a young woman of French royalty, most likely Empress Josephine Bonaparte. Josephine Bonaparte was the Empress of France as the first wife of Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte (1804-1810) and, as Napoleon's consort, she also reigned as Queen of Italy from1805 to1810. Following the French Revolution, Josephine became the undisputed leader of fashion during the early 19th-century as the most visible female figure of her era. Similarly to Napoleon, her taste in clothing was inspired by Roman and Greek styles, thus differentiating herself from the 18th-century Rococo styles of Marie Antoinette. Here we see Josephine in a light blue empire waist dress adorned with a spiked lace collar, jewel embellishments, and a loosely draped fur cape. Known for her lavish taste in jewelry and imported fabrics, Josephine reinforced Paris’ position as the fashion capital of the world, ultimately boosting the French industry. This petite framed portrait recalls the rich history and influence of Josephine Bonaparte, a reminder to be your own tastemaker much like she was. From the collection of Frances and Gary Comer.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)Width: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CFC2651stDibs: LU820037471072

More From This Seller

View All
Oil Portrait of a Victorian Lady, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Painted in the 19th century, this exquisite miniature portrait wonderfully exemplifies realism in traditional oil painting. The small artwork is painted in the conventional portraiture style of the Old Masters, and achieves soft realism with fine brushwork and a subdued, neutral palette. The half length portrait depicts a fine Victorian woman dressed in all black with a delicate lace collar and bonnet. She wears a ruby broach...
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Decorative Art

Materials

Paint

Chinese Reverse Glass Portrait of a Young Woman, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
With exquisite detail and sparkling color, this portrait of a young woman is a remarkable example of reverse glass painting. Lending the finished work a subtle three-dimensional effe...
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens

Materials

Wood, Glass

Vintage Chinese Fashion Advertisement, c. 1920
Located in Chicago, IL
In tandem with a growing number of newspapers and periodicals, print advertising proliferated during China’s Republic Era. A bathing beauty is the star attraction of this print ad fr...
Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Posters

Materials

Paper

Vintage Deco Advertisement Poster, c. 1930
Located in Chicago, IL
This poster from the 1930s melds the meticulous detail of traditional Chinese painting with the craft of color lithography—and a side of risque. The poster features a young woman dressed in a fur-trimmed coat with Western accessories...
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Prints

Materials

Paper

"A Roman Cardinal" Wax Portrait by Francesco Pozzi, c. 1817
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a beautiful example of the wax modeling work of 17th century Italian sculptor and painter, Francesco Pozzi. Made with stunning attention to det...
Category

Antique Early 19th Century European Other Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Chinese Reverse Glass Portrait with Painted Fan, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
With exquisite detail and sparkling color, this portrait of a young woman is a remarkable example of reverse glass painting. Lending the finished work a subtle three-dimensional effe...
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass

You May Also Like

Late 19th Century French Portrait Actress Madam George
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Late 19th Century French Portrait Actress Madam George. Excellent Condition, Beautiful painting purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with an...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Paintings

Materials

Paint

Small Portrait of Madame de Fougeroux de Bondaroy
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Small Portrait of Madame de Fougeroux de Bondaroy, physiognomy of Edme Quenedey des Riceys (1756 - 1830). Measures: H: 22 cm, W: 21 cm, D: 2 cm.
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Prints

Materials

Paper

British School, 'Portrait of a Young Lady'
Located in Reepham, GB
A half-length portrait of a young lady, her costume à la Turque and wearing a double strand of large and lustrous pearls. She is deep in somewhat pensive thought, her right hand resting lightly against her chin, her left hand gently clasping the neck of a pottery flask...
Category

Early 20th Century European Late Victorian Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood, Paint

Mid 19th Century French Empire Style Portrait of Lady with Coral Jewelry
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Mid 19th Century French Empire Style Portrait of a Lady with Coral Jewelry. Beautiful piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, please see detailed photos or message us with q...
Category

Antique 19th Century French Empire Paintings

Materials

Paint

French Silk Textile Portrait, Marie Thérèse of France, Louis XV's Daughter
Located in Downingtown, PA
French Royal painted silk textile portrait, Marie Thérèse of France, Madame D' Angoulême, Eldest daughter of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette and o...
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Charles X Decorative Art

Materials

Silk

Miniature Framed Portrait of a Lady Painted on Porcelain
Located in Delft, NL
Miniature framed portrait of a lady painted on porcelain An oak wooden frame with in oval placed porcelain plaque, painted with a scene of a lady w...
Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Art

Materials

Wood, Porcelain