What did Emperor Napoleon establish to create new ranks of nobility?

Emperor Napoleon established a lavish court as part of his broader efforts to reinforce his authority and stabilize his regime after the upheaval of the French Revolution. The lavish court not only served as a place for political power but also as a means of creating new ranks of nobility. By doing so, he was able to reward loyal supporters and military leaders with titles and estates, thus fostering loyalty among the elite and creating a new social structure that complemented his rule. This approach linked the nobility's status directly to their service and allegiance to Napoleon, effectively reviving and reforming the concept of nobility in France while discarding the old aristocracy that had been associated with the monarchy.