Old Bumblehead the 18th trying on the Napoleon Boots – or, Preparing for the Spanish Campaign, 17 February 1823

Depicted people: louis xviii and napoleon ii in spite of the "bears grease" (by which russian support is meant), the french king louis xviii is not able to put on napoleon's boots. Napoleon's son stands ready to catch the bourbon crown if it might fall. In the background, a guillotine topped with a liberty cap appears out of the fog. Date: 17 February 1823. Dimensions: height: 247 mm (9.72 in); width: 351 mm (13.81 in). Medium: etching print on paper, hand-colored etching print. Collection: British Museum.