Sotheby's, Monaco, December 2, 1994, lot 137;
Acquired from the above sale.

Paris, La Société du Panorama National de la rue de Berri, 1882;
Roslyn Harbor, Nassau County Museum of Art, Napoleon III and Eugenie, June 6-September 6, 2009.

Christopher Forbes, Napoleon and Eugenie: Opulence & Splendor of France's Second Empire, New York, 2009, p. 22.

The canvas is lined. The surface of the work is in overall good condition. There is a noticable repair down the left side of the painting. Pressed craquelure. Under UV; extensive repairs done down the left side and scattered inpainting.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Please see the catalogue note to Lot 491 describing the Panorama of the Battle of Champigny.