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Thomassine Spinola, Genoan beauty and admirer
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Thomassine Spinola, Genoan beauty and admirer
Thomassine Spinola, Genoan beauty and admirer of King Louis XII. She died in 1505 of heartbreak when she heard a false rumor of the kings death. Handcoloured lithograph after an Italian print of 1500 from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques de la France (Historical Costumes of France), Administration de Librairie, Paris, 1852
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Administration Admirer Bibliophile Coeur Genoa Historiques Jacob Lacroix Maitresse Spinola Spinosa
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Thomassine Spinola, a captivating beauty from Genoa, Italy, is depicted in this exquisite handcoloured lithograph from the Historical Costumes of France collection. The image, created in the early 16th century and later reproduced by Le Bibliophile Jacob, or Paul Lacroix, in 1852, showcases Thomassine's enchanting features and elegant attire. Her expressive eyes, rosy cheeks, and delicate smile convey a sense of grace and allure. Thomassine was renowned for her devotion to King Louis XII of France, whom she admired from afar. Their connection, however, was not one of royal favor but rather of the heart. The depth of her affection for the monarch was such that she was affectionately known as his 'maîtresse de coeur,' or 'mistress of his heart.' Tragically, Thomassine's love was not meant to be. In 1505, she received devastating news that King Louis XII had passed away. The false rumor of his death, though later proven to be unfounded, left Thomassine inconsolable. Overwhelmed by grief, she took her own life, leaving behind a legacy of unrequited love and enduring beauty. This poignant image serves as a poignant reminder of the power of love and the depths of emotion it can evoke. Thomassine Spinola's story continues to captivate audiences, making this handcoloured lithograph a valuable and evocative piece of historical art.
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