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Madame de Montespan, mistress of King Louis XIV
Francoise-Athenais de Rochechouart de Mortemart, Marquise de Montespan. Madame de Montespan, mistress of King Louis XIV. Handcoloured lithograph by Breton after a miniature in the collection of Louis Marie Lante from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques de la France (Historical Costumes of France), Administration de Librairie, Paris, 1852
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Bibliophile Breton Historiques Jacob Lacroix Madame Marquise Mistress Montespan Mortemart Rochechouart
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Madame de Montespan, the Enchanting Mistress of King Louis XIV This exquisite handcoloured lithograph captures the captivating beauty and allure of Françoise-Athenais de Rochechouart, Marquise de Montespan, the most famous and influential mistress of King Louis XIV of France. The image is based on a miniature from the collection of Louis Marie Lante from Le Bibliophile Jacob, published in Paris in 1852 as part of their series "Costumes Historiques de la France." Madame de Montespan, born in 1640, was the daughter of a noble family from the Limousin region. Her striking appearance and intelligence quickly caught the eye of the young and powerful King Louis XIV, who made her his official mistress in 1667, a position she held until 1689. The relationship between the King and Madame de Montespan was marked by passion, intrigue, and power, as she wielded significant influence over the King and the French court. In this image, Madame de Montespan is depicted in the height of her beauty and elegance, wearing an ornate and sumptuous gown adorned with intricate gold embroidery and lace. Her long, flowing hair is styled in elaborate curls, framing her delicate features and piercing gaze. The background shows a lush garden, symbolizing the sensual and exotic allure that drew the King to her. Madame de Montespan's influence extended beyond the court, as she was also a patron of the arts and sciences. She supported the works of renowned artists, writers, and musicians, including Jean Racine, Molière, and Lully. Her legacy continues to captivate historians and artists, as she remains an iconic figure in French history and culture.
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