Napoleon
1895
Toulouse-Lautrec gives us a surprisingly colorful take on the French Emperor in this 1895 illustration. Instead of a stuffy, realistic portrait, Napoleon rides a stark white horse, flanked by guards on vivid blue and red steeds—creating a perfect, prancing French flag. The sketchy, energetic lines capture the movement of the cavalry, while Napoleon’s iconic bicorne hat keeps him instantly recognizable. It’s a great example of how the artist could turn historical subjects into something modern and graphic.
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