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DESHOULIERES (1638 - 169
ANTIONETTE DU LIGIER DESHOULIERES French writer, poet and saloniste
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1638 1694 Literary Salon Saloniste Ligier
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative portrait captures Antoinette Du Ligier Deshoulieres, a prominent French writer, poet, and saloniste of the late 17th century. Born in 1638, Deshoulieres was a central figure in the literary and artistic circles of Paris during the reign of Louis XIV. Her salon, held at her home in the Rue des Petits-Champs, was renowned for its intellectual and creative vibrancy. Deshoulieres was known for her wit, intelligence, and charisma, which drew a diverse range of guests to her gatherings. Among them were notable writers, philosophers, artists, and nobles, including Jean Racine, Molière, and Madame de Sévigné. Her salon provided a space for the exchange of ideas, the exploration of new literary trends, and the development of artistic collaborations. In this portrait, Deshoulieres is depicted in a decolleté dress, a fashionable choice for the time that accentuated the elegance and sophistication of the wearer. Her expressive face and piercing gaze convey a sense of intelligence and intensity, while the intricate lace collar and delicate pearl earrings add to the overall impression of refinement and beauty. As a writer and poet, Deshoulieres contributed to various literary journals and published several collections of poetry. Her work was influenced by the classical traditions of French literature, as well as the contemporary trends of the time. Her poetry explored themes of love, nature, and the passage of time, and was praised for its beauty and depth. Deshoulieres' legacy as a saloniste and writer continues to inspire and intrigue scholars and enthusiasts of French literature and cultural history. Her salon, which played a crucial role in the development of French literary and artistic culture, remains a testament to her enduring influence and impact on the intellectual and creative landscape of the late 17th century.
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