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Jeanne Bacu Comtesse du Barry in riding gear
JEANNE BECU, COMTESSE DU BARRY (1743 - 1793) Paris shopgirl who became mistress to Louis XV : dressed to go riding Date: circa 1770
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1770 Barry Becu Comtesse Dressed Jeanne Mistress Shopgirl
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Jeanne Bécu, Comtesse du Barry: A Parisian Shopgirl's Transformation into the Mistress of Louis XV in 18th Century Riding Gear Jeanne Bécu, born in Paris in 1743, began her life as an unassuming shopgirl. However, her fortunes would change dramatically when she caught the eye of the powerful and notoriously debauched King of France, Louis XV. In this image from around 1770, the Comtesse du Barry is depicted in elegant riding attire, a testament to her newfound status as the king's favorite mistress. The Comtesse du Barry's rise to power began when she was just 19 years old. She met Louis XV at a masquerade ball, where she was disguised as a shepherdess. The king was immediately taken with her and began a passionate affair that would last for over a decade. The relationship was scandalous, as the Comtesse du Barry was not of noble birth, and her presence at court was met with disapproval from the aristocracy. Despite the controversy, the Comtesse du Barry remained the king's constant companion, and she became an integral part of the royal court. She was granted numerous titles and estates, and she lived a lavish lifestyle, surrounded by luxury and opulence. This stunning image of the Comtesse du Barry in riding gear is a testament to her newfound status and her love of the outdoors. The intricately detailed dress, complete with a velvet bodice, silk skirt, and lace jabot, is a reflection of the opulence of the time. The riding habit, with its fitted jacket and breeches, is a symbol of the Comtesse du Barry's independence and her love of the hunt. The Comtesse du Barry's story is a fascinating one of love, power, and scandal in the 18th century French court. This image captures a moment in her life when she was at the height of her power and her passion for life, a reminder of a time when the rules of society were often bent or broken by those who dared to defy convention.
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