The Style that ruled the Empire:  Russia, Napoleon and 1812

Showcasing an exquisite collection at The Hillwood’s Hotel, Washington DC, complimenting the estates already renowned collection. The exhibition celebrated the Russian pride in the production of decorative arts bringing together clothing, paintings, porcelain, glassware, metalwork and militaria.

The exhibition displays how the Empire style was adopted by Russian artisans, showing once again how French art and culture enchanted the rest of the world.

Mannequins from Napoleon & the Empire of Fashion were lent to this exhibition.

The exhibition is now closed.