Les trônes de Napoléon Ier : un symbole, quatre destins

The Emperor Napoleon I had four thrones made in order to enjoy a ceremonial setting worthy of his authority in all circumstances: at the Palace of Saint-Cloud, at the Tuileries Palace and also in the representative assemblies, the Corps législatif and the Sénat conservateur. The cabinet-maker Jacob-Desmalter was commissioned to manufacture these thrones, which were designed by various architects. Having lost their practical value under the Republic, they are now part of the national heritage and are in varying states of conservation