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19th Century Wax Relief Portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte
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19th Century Wax Relief Portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte

19th century
Sold 26 January 2026 · Martlesham Antiques
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19th Century wax relief portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte housed in a walnut shadow box frame with a faded burgundy velvet interior, typical of the period, the profile portrait is a relief sculpture, likely made of wax, which was a common material for such portraits in the 19th century, such portraits were highly popular, reflecting the fascination with Napoleon as a historical figure. They were often produced as relatively affordable souvenirs, similar to the Grand Tour intaglios that were popular among wealthy travellers. Circa 1820. 

6" x 7" x 2" thick

15cms x 18cms x 5cms thick

Physical Dimensions
Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Wax Relief Portrait to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1191987
Dealers Internal Reference
3791
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Martlesham Antiques is a family run business and has been trading since 1984. Located in Suffolk just outside Woodbridge, Martlesham Antiques is run from a spacious thatched cottage housing nine large showrooms with a vast adjacent car park.

Specialising in 18th and 19th Century furniture, together with creating custom hand-made furniture which is supplied to various interior designers, trade and the retail market. Every piece on the showroom floor is in excellent condition and ready to go straight into the buyers home or premises.

All of Martlesham Antiques furniture is hand polished by their own French polishers and restorers to a very high standard. We are also a member of LAPADA, the association of art and antiques.

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19th Century wax relief portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte housed in a walnut shadow box frame with a faded burgundy velvet interior, typical of the period, the profile portrait is a relief sculpture, likely made of wax, which was a common material for such portraits in the 19th century, such portraits were highly popular, reflecting the fascination with Napoleon as a historical figure.
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They were often produced as relatively affordable souvenirs, similar to the Grand Tour intaglios that were popular among wealthy travellers.
Martlesham Antiques

Circa 1820. 

6" x 7" x 2" thick

15cms x 18cms x 5cms thick

Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Wax Relief Portrait to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1191987
Dealers Internal Ref
3791
Martlesham Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2008
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Martlesham Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A framed nineteenth-century white wax relief profile bust of Napoleon Bonaparte set against a red velvet backing within a dark wooden frame. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A framed nineteenth-century white wax relief profile bust of Napoleon Bonaparte set against a red velvet backing within a dark wooden frame. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th Century Wax Relief Portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte

Archive II A framed nineteenth-century white wax relief profile bust of Napoleon Bonaparte set against a red velvet backing within a dark wooden frame. View II
Archive III A framed nineteenth-century white wax relief profile bust of Napoleon Bonaparte set against a red velvet backing within a dark wooden frame. View III
Archive IV A framed nineteenth-century white wax relief profile bust of Napoleon Bonaparte set against a red velvet backing within a dark wooden frame. View IV
Archive V A framed nineteenth-century white wax relief profile bust of Napoleon Bonaparte set against a red velvet backing within a dark wooden frame. View V
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Suffolk
IP12 4RJ
United Kingdom
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A framed nineteenth-century white wax relief profile bust of Napoleon Bonaparte set against a red velvet backing within a dark wooden frame.
19th Century wax relief portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte
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A framed nineteenth-century white wax relief profile bust of Napoleon Bonaparte set against a red velvet backing within a dark wooden frame.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectMiniatures & Reliefs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialWax, Wood, Velvet, Glass
  • ColourRed
  • MotifsProfile bust, Uniform detail, Oval inset mat
  • SizeH 18 cm (7 in) x W 15 cm (6 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

A nineteenth-century wax relief portrait is a sculptural miniature created by modelling wax into a three-dimensional profile, often mounted against a contrasting background within a protective frame.

These works typically utilise pigmented beeswax or spermaceti wax for the relief figure, mounted on velvet or silk backgrounds, and housed in wooden frames with glass frontages.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit hand-modelled details, natural ageing of the wax such as slight surface cracking or oxidisation, and period-appropriate framing techniques and hardware.

Such pieces function effectively as cabinet curiosities or focal points on panelled walls, pairing well with traditional studies or curated gallery displays.

Wax reliefs require protection from direct sunlight, high temperatures which can cause softening, and excessive humidity, whilst cleaning should be limited to gentle dusting with a soft brush.
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