{"product_id":"napoleon-mini-mini","title":"19th-Century Bronze Miniature of Napoleon Bonaparte on Plinth","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra \u0026amp; Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCirca 1880 | France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCast bronze with blackened metal plinth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails \u0026amp; History:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA finely cast miniature bronze of Napoleon Bonaparte, depicted in his classic stance — arms folded, head slightly bowed beneath his iconic bicorne hat. Resting atop its original stepped plinth, this small but commanding figure captures the enduring fascination with the Emperor that swept through 19th-century France.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing Napoleon’s death in 1821, a wave of Napoleonic Revival objects emerged, honoring him as both military genius and symbol of national pride. Miniature bronzes such as this were often displayed on scholars’ desks or in curio cabinets as emblems of intellect, discipline, and leadership.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular example bears exquisite detail for its scale — from the sharp fold of his coat to the delicate articulation of the epaulettes. The contrast between the warm bronze figure and the darkened base lends the piece both gravitas and sculptural refinement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good antique condition with light patina and wear consistent with age. Base sturdy and secure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyling Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA sophisticated addition to a writing desk, library shelf, or gentleman’s study. Beautiful displayed atop antique books or paired with a globe or inkwell for a classically French vignette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox. 4.75\" H x 1.5\" W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"soul fed home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50978976006465,"sku":"23003593","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/9549\/3185\/files\/071DB8F4-C1C0-4907-B9A0-CC53BC0A049A.png?v=1762833860","url":"https:\/\/soulfedhome.com\/products\/napoleon-mini-mini","provider":"Soul Fed Home","version":"1.0","type":"link"}