Garde Impériale 1804-1815 French Imperial Guard Napoleonic Postcard RMN

This captivating postcard showcases the esteemed Garde Imp\u00E9riale (Imperial Guard) from the Napoleonic era, specifically depicting the period between 1804 and 1815. The front features a vibrant collection of 20 detailed illustrations, likely reproductions of historical figurines or artwork, representing various soldiers and musicians of the French Imperial Guard. You'll observe drummers (Tambour), a music conductor (Chef de musique), a Chinese hat bearer (Chapeau chinois), a bass drum player (Grosse caisse), cymbal player (Cymbale), bassoon player (Basson), trumpeters (Trompette), a kettledrummer (Timbalier), serpent player, and a horn player (Cor d'harmonie), providing a comprehensive visual of the diverse roles within this legendary military unit.\n\nThe reverse side confirms the provenance of these detailed images, originating from the Wurtz Collection of Figurines de Carte, preserved at the Mus\u00E9e de l'Arm\u00E9e (Army Museum) at the H\u00F4tel national des Invalides in P.