brooch awarded by the emperor napoleon i

Hugues-Bernard Maret (May 1, 1763 – May, 13 1839), 1st Duke of Bassano (Duc de Bassano), was a French statesman, diplomat and journalist. Gold, diamonds, cameo. Size 36.5 x 18 mm. Cameo is signed by "Morelli" for Nicola Morelli. Collection of Albion Art Jewellery Institute.