Napoléon 1812–1912 – Centenary Commemorative Edition (Ernest Flammarion, Paris, 1912)

A large-format French commemorative album published in 1912 to mark the 100th anniversary of Napoleon’s Russian Campaign (1812–1912).

This prestigious edition features text by General Comte Philippe de Ségur, one of the most important historical chroniclers of the Napoleonic campaigns. Published by Ernest Flammarion (Paris) and printed by I. Lapina & Cie, the work represents an early 20th-century luxury historical publication dedicated to Napoleonic memory and military history.

Publication Details

• Title: Napoléon 1812–1912

• Author: Général Comte Philippe de Ségur

• Publisher: Ernest Flammarion, Paris

• Printer: I. Lapina & Cie, Paris

• Year: 1912

• Language: French

• Edition Type: First centenary commemorative edition

Description

This is a substantial and richly produced commemorative volume, featuring:

• Original publisher’s binding

• Gilt-stamped front cover

• Circular medallion portrait of Napoleon

• Large-format presentation

• High-quality art paper

• Numerous illustrated plates, including portraits of generals and historical scenes

The edition was issued as a luxury centennial publication and belongs to the collectible category of Napoleonic historical works and early 20th-century French bibliophile editions.

Condition

Overall condition: Fair to good, age-appropriate

Visible condition notes:

• Wear and damage to the top of the spine

• Light discoloration to the cover

• Slight edge toning to pages

• Interior appears complete

• No major tears visible

The binding shows expected age-related wear, particularly at the spine, but the book remains structurally sound and display-worthy.

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