The hammer fell on a remarkable collection of Napoleonic artifacts, fetching a staggering $9.6 million at Sotheby’s Paris. The sale, orchestrated by a renowned French antiques dealer, has sent ripples through the collecting world, solidifying his reputation as one of the most influential figures in the field. The auction, which attracted bidders from around the globe, showcased a meticulously curated selection of items spanning Napoleon Bonaparte's life and reign.