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Du Barry - Miniature
JEANNE BECU, COMTESSE DU BARRY Paris shopgirl who became mistress to Louis XV but was guillotined during the Revolution
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1743 1793 Barry Becu Comtesse Guillotined Jeanne Mistress Revolution Shopgirl
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Du Barry - Miniature" print from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite poster showcases a stunning portrait of Jeanne Becu, the Paris shopgirl who rose to become the mistress of King Louis XV. Her enchanting beauty and intriguing story are sure to make this print a conversation starter in any setting. Experience the allure of history with our high-quality poster prints, expertly crafted to bring the past to life in your home or office. Order now and add a touch of elegance and intrigue to your space.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Du Barry: The Rise and Fall of a Parisian Shopgirl Turned Royal Favorite, Executed During the French Revolution This miniature painting depicts Jeanne Becu, better known as Madame du Barry, a Parisian shopgirl who rose to become the favored mistress of King Louis XV of France in the mid-18th century. Born in 1743, Jeanne began her career as a saleswoman in a lace shop in Paris. Her striking beauty and charm soon attracted the attention of the king, who took her under his wing and granted her the title of "Mademoiselle de Paulmy-Montbret," making her a lady of the royal court. Du Barry's rise to power was meteoric. She became the king's official mistress in 1768 and was lavished with wealth, titles, and privileges. She built a magnificent chateau at Marly-le-Roi and was known for her extravagant lifestyle and generous patronage of the arts. However, her relationship with the king ended in 1774 when he fell in love with another woman. Despite being cast out of the royal court, Du Barry continued to live a wealthy and luxurious life until the French Revolution. In 1793, she was arrested and charged with treason and other crimes, likely due to her association with the fallen monarchy. She was brought to trial before the Revolutionary Tribunal and was found guilty. On December 8, 1793, Du Barry was guillotined in Paris, marking the tragic end to a life that had begun in a humble Parisian shop. This miniature painting captures the essence of Du Barry's story - the transformation of a shopgirl into a royal favorite, and the tragic fall from grace that came with the revolution. The painting serves as a reminder of the complex and often unpredictable nature of history, and the ways in which the personal stories of individuals can intersect with larger historical events.
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