Mrs Henriette Caillaux, wife of politician Joseph Caillaux, she killed Gaston Calmette, director of paper Le Figaro, in 1914

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Mrs Henriette Caillaux, wife of politician Joseph Caillaux, she killed Gaston Calmette, director of paper Le Figaro, in 1914

1750888 Mrs Henriette Caillaux, wife of politician Joseph Caillaux, she killed Gaston Calmette, director of paper Le Figaro, in 1914; (add.info.: Mrs Henriette Caillaux, wife of politician Joseph Caillaux, she killed Gaston Calmette, director of paper Le Figaro, in 1914); Photo: Tallandier

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© Photo: Tallandier / Bridgeman Images

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This print captures the enigmatic Mrs. Henriette Caillaux, wife of prominent politician Joseph Caillaux, in a moment of contemplation. Known for her involvement in one of the most scandalous criminal cases of the early 20th century, Mrs. Caillaux shocked society when she fatally shot Gaston Calmette, director of the influential newspaper Le Figaro, in 1914. Dressed elegantly in a chapeau hat and collier necklace, Mrs. Caillaux's expression betrays a mix of concern and determination as she navigates the turbulent waters of public scrutiny and legal proceedings. Her portrait exudes an aura of mystery and intrigue, hinting at the complexities that lay beneath her poised exterior. The affair between Mrs. Caillaux and Calmette was shrouded in secrecy and speculation, making it a topic of heated debate among Parisian high society at the time. The shocking act of violence sent shockwaves through French political circles and forever altered the course of history. As we gaze upon this historic image captured by Tallandier, we are reminded that behind every seemingly ordinary face lies a story waiting to be uncovered. Mrs. Henriette Caillaux's legacy serves as a stark reminder that even those who move in elite social circles are not immune to scandal or tragedy.

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