
Antique plaque, 19th century, in gilded bronze, satirical depicting a caricature of Napoleon III. Deposed, dragging his eagle and a bundle containing his throne, his gold, his Legion of Honor, and his hand of justice.
Titled "Congé déf 1870", a republican souvenir of the defeat at Sedan. Bronze plaque, dimensions 26x22 cm and approximately 1.3 kg.