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"Unveiling the Intriguing Lives of the d'Estrees: From Mistresses to Marshals" Gabrielle d'Estrees, renowned as King Henry IV's captivating mistress

Background imageDestrees Collection: Victor Marie d'Estrees, Duke of Estrees, c.1900

Victor Marie d'Estrees, Duke of Estrees, c.1900
3432444 Victor Marie d'Estrees, Duke of Estrees, c.1900; Private Collection; (add.info.: Victor Marie d'Estrees, Duke of Estrees, 1660-1737. Marshal of France)

Background imageDestrees Collection: Hippolyte as d'Estrees in Le Roman Comique by Dennery, Cormon and Romain, Theatre du Vaudeville

Hippolyte as d'Estrees in Le Roman Comique by Dennery, Cormon and Romain, Theatre du Vaudeville, 1846
FLO4631813 Hippolyte as d'Estrees in Le Roman Comique by Dennery, Cormon and Romain, Theatre du Vaudeville, 1846. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Alexandre Lacauchie from Victor

Background imageDestrees Collection: Jean, Comte d'Estrees, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900

Jean, Comte d'Estrees, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900
3432443 Jean, Comte d'Estrees, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900; Private Collection; (add.info.: Jean, Comte d'Estrees, 1624-1707)

Background imageDestrees Collection: Gabrielle d Estrees, mistress of King Henry

Gabrielle d Estrees, mistress of King Henry
Gabrielle d Estrees, Marchioness of Monceaux, mistress of King Henry IV of France, 1571-1599. She wears her blonde hair tied in a pearl lattice, three-tier lace ruff collar

Background imageDestrees Collection: Hippolyte as d Estrees in Le Roman Comique, 1846

Hippolyte as d Estrees in Le Roman Comique, 1846
Hippolyte as d Estrees in Le Roman Comique by Dennery, Cormon and Romain, Theatre du Vaudeville, 1846. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Alexandre Lacauchie from Victor Dollets Galerie

Background imageDestrees Collection: Victor-Marie, Duc d Estrees, Marshal of France, 1660-1737

Victor-Marie, Duc d Estrees, Marshal of France, 1660-1737. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait by Bigaud from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques de la France

Background imageDestrees Collection: Francois Annibal d Estrees (1573-1670)

Francois Annibal d Estrees (1573-1670)
Francois Annibal d Estrees, (1573-1670), French diplomat, soldier and Marshal of France. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait by Jean Valdor from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes

Background imageDestrees Collection: Roger de Saint-Lari, Duc de Bellegarde

Roger de Saint-Lari, Duc de Bellegarde, royal master of the horese to Henry IV and Louis XIII. Famous for his affair with Henry IVs mistress Gabrielle d Estrees

Background imageDestrees Collection: Gabrielle d Estrees, mistress to King Henry IV of France

Gabrielle d Estrees, mistress to King Henry IV of France
Gabrielle d Estrees, Duchess of Beaufort and Verneuil, Marchioness of Monceaux, mistress of King Henri IV of France. Handcoloured lithograph directed by Breton

Background imageDestrees Collection: Catherine de Vendome, wife of Jean d Estrees, d. 1567

Catherine de Vendome, wife of Jean d Estrees, d. 1567
Catherine de Vendome, wife of Jean d Estrees, grand master of the French artillery, d.1567. Handcoloured lithograph after a miniature in a prayer book in Roger de Gaignieres portfolio VIII 25 from Le

Background imageDestrees Collection: Jean d Estrees, grand master of the French

Jean d Estrees, grand master of the French artillery, 1486-1571. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres portfolio VIII from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes

Background imageDestrees Collection: Ghost of Gabrielle d Estrees, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)

Ghost of Gabrielle d Estrees, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2804855 Ghost of Gabrielle d Estrees, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Metivet, Lucien (1863-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ghost of Gabrielle d Estrees)

Background imageDestrees Collection: Gabrielle d Estrees (engraving)

Gabrielle d Estrees (engraving)
966090 Gabrielle d Estrees (engraving) by Neuville, Alphonse Marie de (1835-85) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gabrielle d Estrees)

Background imageDestrees Collection: Portrait of Gabrielle d Estrees (1573-1599), ca 1590. Creator: Anonymous

Portrait of Gabrielle d Estrees (1573-1599), ca 1590. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Gabrielle d Estrees (1573-1599), ca 1590. Found in the collection of Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Background imageDestrees Collection: WETNURSE CIRCA 1600

WETNURSE CIRCA 1600
The wet-nurse of Gabrielle dEstrees, mistress of Henri IV of France Date: circa 1600

Background imageDestrees Collection: Gabrielle d Estrees, 1599, (1907). Creator: Unknown

Gabrielle d Estrees, 1599, (1907). Creator: Unknown
Gabrielle d Estrees, 1599, (1907). Portrait of French noblewoman Gabrielle d Estrees, Duchess of Beaufort and Verneuil, Marchioness of Monceaux (1573-1599), mistress

Background imageDestrees Collection: Gabrielle D Estree, (1933). Creator: Unknown

Gabrielle D Estree, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Gabrielle D Estree, (1933). Portrait of Gabrielle d Estre es, Duchess of Beaufort and Verneuil, Marchioness of Monceaux (1573-1599), mistress, confidante and adviser of Henry IV of France

Background imageDestrees Collection: Gabrielle D estrees, Duchess Of Beaufort, (1573-I599), Mistress Of Henry Iv. Etching By Mercier

Gabrielle D estrees, Duchess Of Beaufort, (1573-I599), Mistress Of Henry Iv. Etching By Mercier. From The Book " Lady Jacksons Works Ix. The First Of The Bourbons I" Published London 1899

Background imageDestrees Collection: Portrait of Gabrielle d Estrees. Artist: Dumoustier, Daniel (1574-1646)

Portrait of Gabrielle d Estrees. Artist: Dumoustier, Daniel (1574-1646)
Portrait of Gabrielle d Estrees. Found in the collection of Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco

Background imageDestrees Collection: GABRIELLE d ESTREES (1571-1599). French mistress of King Henri IV

GABRIELLE d ESTREES (1571-1599). French mistress of King Henri IV. Painting, 1571, by Jean Clouet, originally depicting Diane de Poitiers; an unknown artist replaced her face with Estrees c1600

Background imageDestrees Collection: Henri IV of France with Gabrielle d Estrees

Henri IV of France with Gabrielle d Estrees
Henri IV, King of France (from 1589), and King of Navarre (from 1572), with the love of his life, but not his wife, Gabrielle d Estrees



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"Unveiling the Intriguing Lives of the d'Estrees: From Mistresses to Marshals" Gabrielle d'Estrees, renowned as King Henry IV's captivating mistress, left an indelible mark on French history. Hippolyte as d'Estrees in Le Roman Comique (1846) brings to life the allure and mystique surrounding this influential family. Victor-Marie, Duc d'Estrees, Marshal of France (1660-1737), exemplified bravery and leadership on the battlefield. Francois Annibal d'Estrees (1573-1670) contributed significantly to shaping France's political landscape during his time. Meet Roger de Saint-Lari, Duc de Bellegarde - a prominent figure within the esteemed d'Estrees lineage. Gabrielle d'Estrees captivated King Henry IV's heart with her beauty and charm, forever etching her name in history books. Catherine de Vendome played a vital role as Jean d'Estrees’ wife until his untimely demise in 1567. Jean d’Estrées, grand master of the French fleet, displayed exceptional naval expertise during his illustrious career. The ghostly presence of Gabrielle d’Estrées haunts our imagination through vivid illustrations like those found in Le Rire (colour litho). Delve into history with an enchanting engraving depicting Gabrielle D'Estrées herself – a woman who captured hearts for eternity. Portrait of Gabrielle D'Estrées (1573-1599), ca 1590 reveals her timeless beauty and undeniable influence on French society. Transport yourself back to circa 1600 with depictions showcasing wet nurses - integral figures within noble families like that of the D'Estrées'.