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Frances Richmond Minerva
FRANCES TERESA STUART, duchess of RICHMOND, mistress of Charles II, third wife of Charles, 3rd duke dressed as the goddess Minerva Date: 1647 - 1702
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1647 1702 Dressed Duchess Frances Goddess Minerva Mistress Richmond Stuart Teresa
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This image depicts Frances Teresa Stuart, the Duchess of Richmond and third wife of Charles, 3rd Duke of Richmond, dressed as the goddess Minerva. Born in 1647, Frances was a prominent figure in the English court during the Restoration period, having served as a mistress to King Charles II before her marriage to the Duke in 1673. Frances' striking resemblance to the ancient Greek goddess of wisdom, war, and strategic planning is undeniable in this portrait. The goddess Minerva is often depicted wearing a helmet adorned with a crested aegis, a shield bearing the head of Medusa, and carrying a spear and an olive branch. In this portrait, Frances wears a similar helmet, adorned with feathers and pearls, and holds a spear in one hand and an olive branch in the other. The intricate detailing of the costume, the rich fabrics, and the regal posture of the Duchess add to the grandeur of the image. The portrait not only showcases Frances' beauty and elegance but also her intelligence and strength, reflecting the qualities associated with Minerva. Frances' marriage to the Duke of Richmond was a strategic one, as it helped to strengthen the political alliances of the Stuart family. However, the marriage was short-lived, as the Duke died in 1672, leaving Frances a widow at the young age of 25. Despite this, Frances continued to play a significant role in the English court, serving as a lady-in-waiting to Queen Catherine of Braganza and later becoming a close confidante of King James II. This portrait of Frances Teresa Stuart as the goddess Minerva is a testament to her beauty, intelligence, and the powerful influence she held in the English court during the Restoration period.
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