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COSTUME / 1450
AGNES SOREL Dame de Beaute (her estate) mistress of Charles VII of France, possibly poisoned by political enemies
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1445 1450 Agnes Mistress Sorel
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image depicts Agnes Sorel, the enchanting and influential mistress of Charles VII, King of France, in the late 15th century. Agnes, also known as the "Lady of Beauty," was born around 1422 and rose to prominence in the French court around 1445. She was renowned for her exceptional beauty, intelligence, and charisma, which earned her the favor of the king and significant influence over the royal court. Agnes Sorel is depicted in this print wearing an elegant and fashionable costume of the time. The richly textured fabric of her gown, adorned with intricate gold and silver embroidery, reflects the opulence and grandeur of the French court. Her headdress, adorned with pearls and feathers, adds to her regal appearance. However, the tranquil scene depicted in this print belies the political intrigue and danger that surrounded Agnes Sorel's life. She was a powerful figure in the court, and her enemies, jealous of her influence, accused her of sorcery and poisoning. Agnes was eventually arrested and put on trial in 1450, but the evidence against her was circumstantial, and she was acquitted. Despite her acquittal, Agnes' reputation was irreparably damaged, and she was forced to leave the court. She retired to her estate, where she lived out the rest of her days. The circumstances of her death are uncertain, but some historians believe she may have been poisoned by her enemies. This image offers a glimpse into the life of one of the most intriguing and enigmatic figures of the French court in the 15th century. Agnes Sorel's story is a reminder of the power and influence that women could wield in the political arena, as well as the dangers and risks that came with it.
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