Marquise De Montespan Collection

Francoise-Athenais de Rochechouart de Mortemart, Marquise de Montespan. Madame de Montespan
FLO4571989 Francoise-Athenais de Rochechouart de Mortemart, Marquise de Montespan. Madame de Montespan, mistress of King Louis XIV

Francoise Athénaïs de Rochechouart, Marchioness of Montespan, 17th century. Creator: Jean Petitot
Francoise Athenais de Rochechouart, Marchioness of Montespan, 17th century

Francoise de Rochechouart de Mortemart, Marquise of Montespan (engraving)
1701174 Francoise de Rochechouart de Mortemart, Marquise of Montespan (engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Francoise-Athenais de Rochechouart de Mortemart)

Madame de Montespan, mistress of King Louis XIV of France (coloured engraving)
971835 Madame de Montespan, mistress of King Louis XIV of France (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Madame de Montespan (1641-1707)

Louis Alexandre de Bourbon, comte de Toulouse (1678-1737) as John the Baptist, c. 1680. Found in the Collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Francoise-Athenais de Rochechouart, marquise de Montespan (1640-1707), supported by the graces and crowned by cupids, Second Half of the 17th cen

Marquise De Montespan, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Marquise De Montespan, (1933). Portrait of Francoise-Athenais de Rochechouart, Marquise de Montespan (1640-1707), chief mistress of King Louis XIV of France

Marquise de Montespan (1640-1707) and her children. Artist: La Fosse, Charles, de (1636-1716)
Marquise de Montespan (1640-1707) and her children. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

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Francoise de Rochechouart de Mortemart, Marquise of Montespan, was a prominent figure in the court of King Louis XIV of France. Known as Madame de Montespan, she captivated the king with her beauty and charm, becoming his mistress for over a decade. In this enchanting engraving, we see the elegant Marquise herself. Her regal presence is undeniable as she gazes confidently into the distance. The artist has captured her allure and sophistication perfectly. Another colored engraving portrays Madame de Montespan alongside her son, Louis Alexandre de Bourbon, comte de Toulouse. The young boy is depicted as John the Baptist, highlighting their noble lineage and religious symbolism. This captivating portrait showcases Francoise-Athenais de Rochechouart's striking features. With her piercing eyes and delicate smile, it is no wonder that she held such power over King Louis XIV's heart. A vintage photograph from 1933 captures an unknown creator's interpretation of Marquise De Montespan. This image adds to the mystique surrounding this historical figure who continues to fascinate us centuries later. Renowned artist Charles La Fosse immortalized Madame de Montespan and her children in a beautiful painting. Their familial bond shines through as they are depicted together in an intimate moment. Pierre Mignard masterfully painted Francoise-Athenais multiple times throughout her life. In one portrait, she appears as Diana - goddess of hunting - embodying strength and independence. In another piece titled "Iris, " by Louis Ferdinand Elle Jr. , she takes on a more ethereal persona symbolizing purity and grace. The final anonymous artwork highlights Madame de Montespan surrounded by her beloved children once again. This tender portrayal emphasizes both her role as a mother and influential member of French society during that era. Francoise-Athenais' legacy lives on through these captivating artworks.