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Louis Xii-Mary of France
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Louis Xii-Mary of France
MARY DUCHESS SUFFOLK Duchess of Suffolk daughter of HENRY VII, wife of Charles Brandon, Duke of Suffolk, previously wife of Louis XII of France
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1496 1533 Brandon Duchess Engaged Married Suffolk Tudor Elizabeth
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This image captures the moment when Mary Tudor, Duchess of Suffolk, formerly Mary of France, was engaged to Charles Brandon, Duke of Suffolk, in 1533. Mary, the eldest daughter of King Henry VII of England and his first wife, Elizabeth of York, had previously been married to King Louis XII of France in 1514, but the union was childless and short-lived. After Louis' death, Mary returned to England and became a lady-in-waiting to Queen Katherine of Aragon. In this portrait, Mary is depicted in rich attire, her dark hair styled in elaborate curls, and a knowing smile playing on her lips. She wears a jeweled necklace and a pearl-encrusted headdress, symbols of her royal heritage and status. Her engagement to Charles Brandon, a favorite of King Henry VIII, was a significant political move, as it strengthened the ties between the Tudor and Suffolk families. Charles Brandon, a seasoned soldier and courtier, was 27 years older than Mary, but their marriage was a happy one, and they had three children together. The couple's union was also notable for its defiance of royal disapproval, as Henry VIII initially disapproved of the match. However, the king eventually relented, and the couple went on to live a contented life together, with Mary continuing to serve as a trusted advisor to her stepdaughter, Queen Anne Boleyn. This evocative portrait offers a glimpse into the complex and fascinating world of Tudor court life, where political alliances, personal desires, and royal intrigue intertwined in intricate ways. The image is a testament to Mary's resilience and adaptability, as well as her enduring influence on the Tudor dynasty.
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