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Henrietta Maria / 30 / 50

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Henrietta Maria / 30 / 50

HENRIETTA MARIA Wife of Charles I, mother of Charles II

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1609 1669 Anthony Antony Curls Dijk Henrietta Maria


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This portrait depicts Henrietta Maria, the beloved wife of King Charles I of England and the mother of Charles II, at the age of 30 and 50. The image, captured by an unknown artist in 1609 and 1669, respectively, offers a glimpse into the life of one of the most intriguing figures in English history. Henrietta Maria was born in France in 1609 to Henry IV and Marie de' Medici. She arrived in England in 1625 to marry the future King Charles I, a union that was intended to strengthen the political ties between England and France. The young queen was known for her striking beauty, with long, curly chestnut locks and a regal bearing. In this portrait from her younger years, Henrietta Maria is depicted wearing an elaborate gown adorned with pearls and lace, her hair styled in tight curls that frame her face. Her expression is serene and confident, reflecting the poise and grace that would come to define her reign as queen. By the time of the second portrait, taken in 1669, Henrietta Maria had lived through decades of tumult and tragedy. Her husband had been executed in 1649, and her son, Charles II, had only recently been restored to the throne in 1660. In this later portrait, Henrietta Maria's once-youthful features have aged, but her regal bearing remains unchanged. Her hair, now white and styled in a more simple fashion, frames her wrinkled face, and her eyes, though still piercing, betray the weight of the years. Despite the challenges she faced, Henrietta Maria remained a devoted wife and mother, and her influence on her son and the English monarchy would be felt for generations to come. These portraits offer a fascinating glimpse into the life of a queen who defied the odds and left an indelible mark on English history.

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