Portret van Hugues-Bernard Maret
in or after 1818 - in or before 1842
Medium
lithography
Dimensions
175; 254
About this artwork
verzamelaarsmerk, verso, gestempeld: Lugt 2228a
Art Historical Context
### Portrait of Hugues-Bern Maret This intimate lithograph captures Hugues-Bernard M, a prominent French statesman and journalist who served as a close advisor to Napoleon Bonaparte, including as Minister of State during Hundred Days in 1815. Produced anonymously by the studio of *veuve Delpech (Naudet)*—likely the widow of lithographer François Séraphin Delpech—between 8 and 1842, it exemplifies the era's fascination with portraiture of revolutionary and imperial figures. At 254 × 175 mm, its modest size made it ideal for personal collections or albums, preserving Maret's legacy amid France'...