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MME DE MONTESPAN
FRANCOISE-ATHENAISE de ROCJECHOUART de MORTEMART, Madame de MONTESPAN, mistress of Louis XIV and mother of six of his numerous children. Date: 1640 - 1707
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Athenaise Francoise Madame Mistress Montespan Mortemart Numerous
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.5cm x 23.7cm (6.9" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
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This exquisite portrait captures the enigmatic beauty and allure of Francoise-Athénaise de Rochechouart de Mortemart, better known as Madame de Montespan, the most influential woman in the court of King Louis XIV of France during the late 17th century. Born in 1640, Montespan rose to prominence as the king's mistress in 1667, a position she held for over a decade. Their relationship produced six children, three sons and three daughters, who were acknowledged by the king and raised at the royal court. Montespan's impact on the French monarchy extended far beyond her role as a mistress. She was a patron of the arts, a fashion trendsetter, and a powerful political figure. Her influence over the king was such that she was able to secure positions and favors for her family and allies. However, her power waned in the late 1670s, and she was eventually replaced as the king's favorite by Madame de Maintenon. Despite her fall from grace, Montespan remained a formidable presence at court until her death in 1707. This portrait, likely painted during her time as the king's mistress, showcases her captivating beauty and the elegance of the French court during the reign of Louis XIV. Montespan's story is one of power, influence, and survival in the cutthroat world of the French monarchy.
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