Valliere Collection

Louise de la Valliere, 1644-1710
Louise Francoise de la Baume-le-Blanc, Duchess of La Valliere, mistress to King Louis XIV, 1644-1710. She wears her hair in ringlets, a pearl choker

Louise de La Valliere, mistress of King Louis XIV
Louise Francoise de la Baume le Blanc, Duchesse de la Valliere, mistress of King Louis XIV. Handcoloured lithograph by Breton after a portrait by Mignard in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolios

Louise de la Valliere, (1644-1710), 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Louise de la Valliere, (1644-1710). The Duchess de la Valliere as Flora. Louise de la Valliere (1644-1710) was a mistress of King Louis XIV of France

Portrait of Duchess de la Valliere as Flora, 17th century. Artist: Pierre Mignard
Portrait of Duchess de la Valliere as Flora, 17th century. Louise de la Valliere (1644-1710) was a mistress of King Louis XIV of France

Louis XIV and his mistress Louise de La Valliere (1644-1710)
Louis XIV (1638-1715). King of France. Louis XIV and his mistress Louise de La Valliere (1644-1710). Engraving. Colored

The Convent of Chaillot, Louis XIV and La Valliere -- scene outside the convent of Sainte Marie de Chaillot, with King Louis XIV (1638-1715) holding the hand of Louise

LA Valliere & Crucifix
LOUISE DE LA VALLIERE mistress of Louis XIV holding a crucifix : when he has finished with her, she will enter a Carmelite convent. Date: 1644 - 1710

LA Valliere and Locket
LOUISE DE LA VALLIERE mistress of Louis XIV gazes fondly at a locket containing his miniature, while another portrait of him hangs above her. Date: 1644 - 1710

LA Valliere in a Park
LOUISE DE LA VALLIERE mistress of Louis XIV and mother of four of his sons, depicted out walking in the park of one of his chateaux. Date: 1644 - 1710

LA Valliere as Huntress
LOUISE DE LA VALLIERE mistress of Louis XIV and mother of four of his sons, depicted as a huntress though she was not in fact very fond of hunting. Date: 1644 - 1710

LA Valliere Becomes Nun
LOUISE DE LA VALLIERE mistress of Louis XIV and mother of four of his sons, she is replaced by Mme de Montespan, so retires to a Carmelite convent in 1674 Date: 1644 - 1710

Louise-Fr De LA Baume
LOUISE-FRANCOISE DE LA BAUME Duchess of La Valliere and mistress of Louis XIV before retiring to a convent Date: 1644 - 1710

Louise de la Valliere
Louise de la Baume-le-Blanc (1644-1710) duchesse de La Valliere mistress of Louis XIV

Jean Florent Valliere
JEAN FLORENT VALLIERE French military, renowned artillery officer who, after the seven years war, served also in Spain and Naples. Date: 1667 - 1759

Louis De LA Valliere
LOUIS CESAR de la BAUME-LE- BLANC, duc de LA VALLIERE grandson of Louise de la Valliere, mistress of Louis XIV : bibliophile. Date: 1708 - 1780

LOUISE DE LA VALLIERE (1644-1710). French noblewoman and mistress of Louis XIV from 1661-1667. Louise as Diana, goddess of the hunt. Oil on canvas, late 17th century, after Claude Lefebvre

LOUISE DE LA VALLIERE (1644-1710). French noblewoman and mistress of Louis XIV from 1661-1667. Louise placing a wreath of flowers in the head of Louis XIV, disguised as a female

LOUISE DE LA VALLIERE (1644-1710). Louise Francoise de la Valiere. French noblewoman and mistress of Louis XIV from 1661-1667. Line engraving, 17th century

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"Valliere: The Enigmatic Mistress of Louis XIV" Step into the captivating world of Louise de La Valliere, a woman whose name has become synonymous with intrigue and romance. Born in 1644, she would go on to capture the heart of one of history's most powerful monarchs - King Louis XIV. Louise de La Valliere was not just any mistress; she held a special place in the heart of the Sun King himself. Their love story unfolded against the backdrop of lavish courts and opulent palaces, where power and passion intertwined. Artist Alexander K MacDonald immortalized her beauty in his stunning portrait from 1937, capturing her grace and allure for generations to come. Pierre Mignard's masterpiece "Portrait of Duchess de la Valliere as Flora" showcases her as a symbol of fertility and abundance during the 17th century, and is through this painting that we catch a glimpse into her role as both muse and lover to Louis XIV. But their relationship was not without its challenges. The Convent of Chaillot became an unexpected meeting place for them, where they could escape from prying eyes and indulge in stolen moments together. A delicate crucifix serves as a reminder that even amidst their passionate affair, religion played a significant role in their lives. A locket holds secrets untold - perhaps it contains cherished memories shared between Louise de La Valliere and Louis XIV or serves as a token given by him to express his undying affection. Its contents remain hidden but speak volumes about their connection. In quieter times, we find LA Valliere strolling through picturesque parks or assuming the guise of Huntress – strong-willed yet vulnerable at once. Her transformation into nunhood adds another layer to her complex persona; choosing devotion over worldly desires speaks volumes about her character. Beyond being known simply as Louise-Fr De LA Baume or just another mistress, Louise de La Valliere's legacy endures.