Norvins (1769–1854) was the youngest son in a wealthy Gascon family. Despite a checkered political career, he was named chief of police for the Roman States in 1811. Norvins became a staunch Napoleonic apologist during the Restoration and the July Monarchy and wrote a number of historical texts, including the highly successful, four-volume Histoire de Napoleon, the first serious biography of the emperor. His gesture of tucking his left hand into the breast of his jacket is reminiscent of his hero. Roll over the image with your mouse to explore details of this painting in greater depth. Related Work Object Menu

Detail 1 ·  Detail 2  Full-screen image (45K) Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres (French, 1780–1867) Jacques Marquet, Baron de Montbreton de Norvins, 1811; reworked after 1814 Oil on canvas; 38 1/4 x 31 in. (97.2 x 78.7 cm) The Trustees of the National Gallery, London (NG 3291)

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