Napoleon at Elba
The print shows Napoleon alone on Elba. When held to the light, another image shows through, depicting crowds of adoring soldiers surrounding the same figure of Napoleon. The print shows Napoleon alone on Elba. When held to the light, another image shows through, depicting crowds of adoring soldiers surrounding the same figure of Napoleon. Published by W. Morgan, 25 Bartletts Bldgs; Holborn, August 10, 1838 Caption: Morgan's Improved Protean Scenery, Napoleon at Elba. This Print at first represents the late Emperor on the Seashore at Evening contemplating his escape from the Island and upon raising the print to the light you will perceive Napoleon's enthusiastic reception on his return at Fontainbleu. Caption: P.S. The 20th Edition of Morgan's Diorama of the Coronation now ready
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