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Theresa Cabarrus Tallien, princess of Caraman Chimay, (miniature painting)
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Theresa Cabarrus Tallien, princess of Caraman Chimay, (miniature painting)
1748243 Theresa Cabarrus Tallien, princess of Caraman Chimay, (miniature painting); (add.info.: Theresa Cabarrus Tallien (1773-1835), princess of Caraman Chimay, French political figure, of Spanish parentage. The divorced wife of a marquis de Fontenay, she became intimate with the revolutionary Jean Lambert Tallien, whom she married (1794) and whose policies she influenced strongly. She was nicknamed Notre Dame de Thermidor in allusion to her husband's part in the coup of 9 Thermidor (1794). Her salon was famous, and she originated the neo-Greek feminine styles of the Directoire period. Having divorced Tallien in 1802, she married the banker Caraman, who was later created prince de Chimay, miniature portrait); Photo: Tallandier
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© Photo: Tallandier / Bridgeman Images
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This exquisite miniature painting captures the beauty and grace of Theresa Cabarrus Tallien, princess of Caraman Chimay, a prominent French political figure of the 18th century. Born to Spanish parents, she made a name for herself through her intelligence, influence, and elegance.
Theresa's life was marked by scandal and intrigue - from her marriage to revolutionary Jean Lambert Tallien to her role in the coup of 9 Thermidor. Despite these tumultuous events, she remained a central figure in French society, known for her famous salon and pioneering neo-Greek fashion styles during the Directoire period.
In this portrait, Theresa exudes sophistication and poise as she gazes out with an air of confidence. The intricate details of her attire and jewelry showcase the opulence of the era in which she lived.
As a woman ahead of her time, Theresa Cabarrus Tallien left a lasting legacy that continues to captivate us today. This stunning image serves as a reminder of her enduring influence on art, politics, and society during one of France's most turbulent periods.
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