C. Francesco Antommarchi
No Portrait Available
C. Francesco Antommarchi (1789-1838) was a Corsican physician who served as Napoleon's doctor during his final years on Saint Helena. After Napoleon's death in 1821, Antommarchi created a death mask of Napoleon that became one of the most reproduced death masks in history, copied in bronze and plaster for collectors worldwide.
Sculptures by C. Francesco Antommarchi
1 sculpture catalogued with museum locations. Browse all sculptures
Museums with C. Francesco Antommarchi's Work
1 museum displays Antommarchi's works. Click any museum to see visiting info and the specific works they hold.
About C. Francesco Antommarchi
Antommarchi created Napoleon's death mask on Saint Helena in 1821. Bronze and plaster copies became some of the most widely collected commemorative objects of the 19th century.
Antommarchi created Napoleon's death mask in 1821, following the emperor's death on Saint Helena.
A Mask of Napoleon is held by the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Antommarchi was a Corsican physician who served as Napoleon's doctor during his final years in exile.
Love C. Francesco Antommarchi's Style?
Explore art inspired by their style.
Browse CollectionAre you an artist? Sell your art online with Luxury Wall Art.