Meet Napoleon Bonaparte in this 17th-century painting by Jacques-Louis David. David created many images of Napoleon, including portraits and depictions of important events that took place during his reign. In fact, Napoleon appointed David to the important position of “First Painter.” Two years after David made this painting, Napoleon was defeated in battle and overthrown as the ruler. On view in the West Building, Main Floor, Gallery 56. http://www.nga.gov/fcgi-bin/tinfo_f?object=46114

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