Madeleine De France
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Madeleine De France
MADELEINE DE FRANCE - Queen to James V of Scotland Date: 1520 - 1537
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Madeleine de France: The Enigmatic Queen of Scotland (1520-1537) This striking portrait captures the enigmatic beauty of Madeleine de France, who served as Queen Consort of Scotland from 1534 until her untimely death in 1537. Daughter of King Louis XII of France and Mary Tudor, sister of King Henry VIII of England, Madeleine was a prominent figure in the European political landscape of the time. Born in 1520, Madeleine was a skilled diplomat and a devout Catholic. Her marriage to James V of Scotland was a strategic alliance aimed at strengthening the relationship between Scotland and France. The union produced a son, James, who would later become King James VI of Scotland and James I of England. Madeleine's reign as Queen Consort of Scotland was marked by intrigue and tragedy. She arrived in Scotland in 1534, and her presence was met with resistance from the Scottish nobility, who were wary of French influence. Despite this, Madeleine proved to be a gracious and popular queen, winning over many Scots with her charm and generosity. However, her happiness was short-lived. In 1536, her husband James V was captured at the Battle of Solway Moss, leaving Madeleine to rule as regent in his absence. Tragically, she died in 1537, just a few months after giving birth to her second son, Henry. The cause of her death is still a mystery, with some historians suggesting that she may have been poisoned. This portrait, which dates from around the time of her marriage to James V, captures the elegance and poise of Madeleine de France. Her striking features, including her piercing blue eyes and delicate features, are beautifully rendered in this exquisite image. Despite the many challenges she faced during her brief reign, Madeleine remains a fascinating and enigmatic figure in Scottish and European history.
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