19th century, oil on canvas, unsigned, an equestrian portrait showing the French emperor in his prime. The painting is on a period stretcher inset into a later gilt and gesso frame.

SS 28.25 x 23 in.; DOA 32.75 x 27.5 in.

Collection of Ambassador Raymond Richard Guest, King George, VA Mr. Guest's second wife was Princess Caroline Murat, whose father's title was created by Emperor Napoleon I for his brother-in-law. The Guests split their time between a large Virginia horse farm and a Parisian apartment overlooking Parc Monceau.

Some chips to the gilt; overall craquelure.

$1,500 - 2,500