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Marion de Lorme, lover of the poet Desbarreaux, 1613-1650
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Marion de Lorme, lover of the poet Desbarreaux, 1613-1650
Marion de Lorme, salon hostess, courtesan, lover of the poet Des Barreaux and Cardinal Richelieu, 1613-1650. She wears her hair loose in ringlets, a pearl necklace, low-cut dress in pink silk with lace frills. After a miniature on vellum in the editors collection. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Georges Jacques Gatine after an illustration by Louis Marie Lante from Galerie Francaise de Femmes Celebres, Paris, 1827
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Marion de Lorme: The Enchanting Courtesan and Salon Hostess of 17th Century France Marion de Lorme, born in the early 17th century, was a renowned figure in the French court society. Known for her exceptional beauty, intelligence, and charisma, she was a popular salon hostess and a mistress to some of the most powerful men of her time, including the poet Desbarreaux and the influential Cardinal Richelieu. This image of Marion de Lorme, created by the skilled hand of Georges Jacques Gatine after an illustration by Louis Marie Lante, showcases the enchanting allure of this famous courtesan. In the portrait, Marion wears her long, loose ringlets cascading down her shoulders, framing her radiant face. Her low-cut pink silk dress, adorned with delicate lace frills, accentuates her graceful figure. A pearl necklace adds an air of sophistication, while a rose and a fan complete the elegant ensemble. Marion's salon was a gathering place for intellectuals, artists, and nobility. Her wit, charm, and intelligence made her a sought-after companion, and her salon became a hub of creativity and intellectual discourse. Her relationships with influential men, such as Desbarreaux and Richelieu, further solidified her status as a powerful figure in the French court. This handcoloured copperplate engraving, taken from the Galerie Francaise de Femmes Celebres, offers a glimpse into the captivating world of Marion de Lorme, a woman who defied societal norms and left an indelible mark on French history.
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