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Richelieu (1585-1642) revealing to Louis XIII (1610-43) the Cinq-Mars plot in 1642
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Richelieu (1585-1642) revealing to Louis XIII (1610-43) the Cinq-Mars plot in 1642
CHT164596 Richelieu (1585-1642) revealing to Louis XIII (1610-43) the Cinq-Mars plot in 1642, from Richelieu by Theodore Cahu, published by Boivin in 1910, (engraving) (b/w photo) by Leloir, Maurice (1853-1940); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: Richelieu denonce la conspiration de Cinq-Mars a Louis XIII; Henri Cinq-Mars (1620-42), marquis, kings favourite; Le Cardinal de Richelieu, malade, obtient que le roi, malade aussi, fasse dresser son lit pres du sien, pour lui denoncer la conspiration; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23161192
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Bedroom Canopy Cinq Mars Conspiracy Discussing Four Poster King Of France Reclining Sick Beds Conversation
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The captivating print captures a pivotal moment in French history, as Richelieu (1585-1642) reveals the Cinq-Mars plot to Louis XIII (1610-43) in 1642. The engraving, created by Maurice Leloir and published by Boivin in 1910, beautifully depicts this historic event. In the image, we see a sickly Cardinal de Richelieu lying on his bed next to King Louis XIII's four-poster canopy bed. Both men are reclining, engrossed in conversation about the conspiracy unfolding around them. Henri Cinq-Mars (1620-42), the king's favorite marquis, stands nearby with an anxious expression on his face. Richelieu's illness has granted him a unique opportunity to reveal the treacherous plot directly to the king himself. With their beds placed side by side for convenience and secrecy, this intimate setting adds an air of urgency and tension to their discussion. The attention to detail is remarkable; from the ornate furnishings surrounding them to their regal attire, every element transports us back to seventeenth-century France. This snapshot offers a glimpse into not only a significant historical event but also into the complex relationships between power players during that time. This extraordinary photograph print serves as both a visual feast for art enthusiasts and an educational tool for those interested in exploring French history further. It reminds us of how even within sickness and vulnerability, great leaders can still make crucial decisions that shape
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