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Eugenie Photo
EUGENIA MARIA DE MONTIJO empress of Napoleon III, in 1859. Date: 1826 - 1920
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1826 1859 Empress Eugenia Eugenie I Ii Maria Montijo Napoleon
18"x18" (46x46cm) Pillow
18"x18" (46x46cm) Faux Suede Pillow with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone colored faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
Accessorise your space with decorative, soft pillows
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This portrait captures the enigmatic beauty and regal grace of Eugenie Maria de Montijo, the Empress of Napoleon III of France. Born in Spain in 1826, Eugenie rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most influential women of the 19th century. In 1853, she married Napoleon Bonaparte III, the nephew and heir of Napoleon Bonaparte I, and became Empress of the Second French Empire. The photograph, taken in the late 1850s, showcases Eugenie's striking features, with her dark, expressive eyes, high cheekbones, and elegant neckline accentuating her elegant collar. Her elaborate hairstyle, adorned with pearls and diamonds, reflects the opulence and grandeur of the French imperial court. Eugenie was known for her intelligence, charm, and fashion sense, which made her a popular figure among European royalty and high society. She was a patron of the arts, supporting artists, writers, and musicians, and was also an advocate for social causes, such as education and women's rights. Despite her popularity, Eugenie's reign was not without controversy. Her Spanish origins and her Catholic faith were sources of tension in predominantly Protestant and secular France, and her extravagant spending and political influence were criticized by some. Nevertheless, she remained a beloved and powerful figure until her husband's defeat in the Franco-Prussian War in 1870, which led to the downfall of the Second Empire. Eugenie continued to live in France until her death in 1920, at the age of 94. This photograph serves as a testament to her enduring legacy as a symbol of beauty, elegance, and power in the annals of European history.
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