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Marie Antoinette / Violet
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Marie Antoinette / Violet
Queen of Louis XVI Date: 1755 - 1793
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1755 1793 Antoinette Marie Violet
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Marie Antoinette, the legendary Queen of France during the latter half of the 18th century, is depicted in this stunning portrait as the Violet Queen. Born in 1755 as the eldest daughter of the Habsburg Emperor Francis I, Marie Antoinette was married to the future King Louis XVI of France in 1770, at the age of 14. Her extravagant lifestyle, marked by her love for fashion, luxury, and pleasure, became a symbol of the decadence and excess of the French monarchy during the Ancien Régime. The portrait showcases Marie Antoinette's elegant beauty and grace, with her piercing blue eyes, delicate features, and intricately styled hair. The violet ribbon adorning her chest signifies her title as the Violet Queen, a reference to the color associated with the House of Habsburg. The richly textured fabric of her gown, adorned with intricate embroidery and lace, further emphasizes her regal status. However, the tranquil image of the Queen belies the tumultuous times that lay ahead. The French Revolution, which began in 1789, would ultimately lead to the downfall of the monarchy and the execution of Marie Antoinette and her husband, Louis XVI, in 1793. Despite the tragic end to her reign, Marie Antoinette remains a fascinating figure in history, her image immortalized in art and popular culture as a symbol of the opulence and excess of the French monarchy before the Revolution.
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