For over 40 years, Pierre‑Jean Chalençon has pursued a singular passion: assembling what is now considered one of the most important private collects ions in the world dedicated to Napoleon Bonaparte. In this exclusive video, the celebrated collects or opens the doors to his universe—a place where history, legend, and excit.mes nt converge.
Chalençon offers a rare and personal tour through the heart of his collects ion, sharing stories behind some of the most emblematic objects tied to the rise and reign of Napoleon. From intimate relics of daily life to majestic pieces of imperial ceremony, every item reflects a deep reverence for the man who shaped modern Europe—and a collects or's tireless pursuit of authenticity and meaning.
Some objects held by Napoleon in the most private settings are present—such as a silver-gilt goblet taken from his carriage at Waterloo, and a chair from his study, where the strategies that changed the course of Europe were once conceived. Each item reflects not only imperial grandeur, but also the deep humanity behind the myth.
The sale will take place on 25 June 2025, in Paris.
