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Emperor Napoleon is depicted sitting confidently on a strong white steed. It appears that the sun is only shining on him. The ground and background of the painting are very dark; the soldiers behind Napoleon are barely visible.
1814
by Jean Louis Ernest Meissionier

The Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

Question
Why did painter Meissonier place Napoleon at the front and center of this work of art?
(1 point)
Responses

to show his small size
to show his small size

to show his central importance
to show his central importance

to show his entire figure
to show his entire figure

to make wise use of spac

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The most appropriate response to the question about why painter Meissonier placed Napoleon at the front and center of the work of art is:

**to show his central importance**

This placement emphasizes Napoleon's significance in the painting and draws the viewer's attention to him as the focal point.

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