Lucien, Card. Bonaparte
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Lucien, Card. Bonaparte
LUCIEN BONAPARTE, Prince of Canino and cardinal; son of Charles and grandson of Napoleons brother Lucien. Date: 1828 - 1895
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1828 Bonaparte Brother Canino Cardinal Grandson Lucien Napoleon 1895
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This striking portrait captures Lucien Bonaparte (1813-1895), the Prince of Canino and Cardinal, the eldest son of Charles Bonaparte and grandson of Napoleon's brother Lucien. The image, taken in the late 1820s, showcases Lucien's regal bearing and sophisticated elegance. Born in Bordighera, Italy, Lucien was the eldest surviving son of Charles Bonaparte and his wife, Hortense de Beauharnais. As a member of the renowned Bonaparte family, Lucien's lineage was deeply intertwined with the history of Europe. His grandfather, Napoleon Bonaparte, was a military and political leader who rose to prominence during the French Revolution and became the Emperor of the French. Despite his noble heritage, Lucien's life was marked by political instability and exile. After the fall of Napoleon, Lucien and his family were forced to flee France and live in various European countries. In 1828, Lucien was appointed Cardinal by Pope Leo XII, and he took up residence in Rome. The red robes and hat of a cardinal, which Lucien wears in this portrait, symbolized his high rank in the Catholic Church and his connection to the papacy. Lucien's tenure as Cardinal was marked by controversy and intrigue. He was rumored to have had a romantic relationship with the famous opera singer, Giuseppina Grassini, and was involved in various political maneuverings. Despite these distractions, Lucien remained a prominent figure in European society until his death in 1895. This evocative portrait offers a glimpse into the life of a fascinating historical figure, capturing the essence of Lucien Bonaparte's regal presence and complex character. The richly textured fabric of his robe, the intricate detail of his cardinal's hat, and the piercing intensity of his gaze all contribute to a captivating image that transports us back to a bygone era.
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