Gouache on paper depicting a battle related to the Franco-Prussian War of 1870.

French-Prussian War of 1870. A lithograph on paper depicting a battle related to the Franco-Prussian War of 1870, evidenced by the hussar on a white horse in the foreground, armed with a Mameluke sword of the French cavalry.

The lithograph is signed in the lower left corner "Bartezago L." by the Milanese painter Luigi Bartezago (1829-1905). 

It dates from the late 19th century, is in excellent condition, with a passe-partout in a beautiful contemporary Italian walnut frame.

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Empire-style furniture and accessories date from the late 18th to early 19th century. Everything stems from Napoleon's reign, which imposed a significant resemblance to Roman and Greek ornamentation.

Neoclassical furniture reflects the Louis XVI style, which also strongly references ancient architecture. Interesting and noteworthy are antique products in Rococo and Louis XV styles. Next is Baroque, a term derived from the Portuguese "barocco"—meaning an irregularly developed pearl. These were highly decorative pieces meant to radiate splendor and play a significant role in luxury. Unique materials were selectively used to emphasize the grandeur of these items.

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