A very fascinating image. Ernest Meissonier had a nice collection of uniforms from the Napoleonic era. He used them as reference for his military paintings. Some rare 'sabretaches' from the 1st Empire are visible together with cuirasses, swords, a helmet, and several costumes. In many ways an interesting historical document.

The exposition in the Palais de la Guerre was held in 1889, the same year he received the Grand Cross

The large albumen print is mounted on its original cardboard. Title written in fountain pen on the mount. Print is excellent condition with good tonality.

print ca. 20 x 27,5 cm