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Princesse Mathilde Bonaparte - daughter of Prince Jerome
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Princesse Mathilde Bonaparte - daughter of Prince Jerome
Princesse Mathilde Bonaparte (1820-1904), daughter of Prince Jerome, so niece of Napoleon: married Anatol Demidoff but divorced in 1846: French social leader at court of Napoleon III. As a young man, Marcel Proust used to attend her Salon. Date: circa 1868
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Anatole Bonaparte Coronet Ermine Headress Jerome Mathilde Pearls Princesse Robe Strings Trimmed Demidoff
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Princesse Mathilde Bonaparte, daughter of Prince Jerome and Princess Catherine of Württemberg, is depicted in this elegant portrait from circa 1868. As a member of the illustrious Bonaparte family, she was the niece of Napoleon Bonaparte and a prominent figure in French high society during the Second Empire. Mathilde's marriage to Anatole Demidoff, Prince of San Donato, took place in 1840, but the union was short-lived, and they were divorced in 1846. Despite the marital setback, Mathilde continued to be a prominent figure in French society, hosting a renowned salon that attracted many notable intellectuals, including the young Marcel Proust. In this image, Mathilde is shown wearing an elegant robe trimmed with ermine, adorned with intricate pearl and diamond strings, and topped with a coronet and ornate headdress. Her striking features, refined elegance, and regal bearing are captured in exquisite detail, making this portrait a testament to the beauty and sophistication of the French aristocracy during the Second Empire. Mathilde's connection to the Bonaparte family, as well as her status as a social leader, make this portrait a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the opulent world of French high society during a pivotal period in the country's history.
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