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Marie Henriette de la Briffe, Comtesse le Bret de Belles, after 1712 (enamel)
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Marie Henriette de la Briffe, Comtesse le Bret de Belles, after 1712 (enamel)
5938314 Marie Henriette de la Briffe, Comtesse le Bret de Belles, after 1712 (enamel) by Zasche, Josef (b.1821); 6.5x5.2 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; © Fitzwilliam Museum
Media ID 25185554
© Fitzwilliam Museum / Bridgeman Images
Aristocratic Blue Dress Coiffure Curls Curly Decolletage Enamel Gown Grey Hair Grey Haired Grey Wig Noblewoman Ringlets Wigs
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This exquisite enamel portrait captures the elegance and grace of Marie Henriette de la Briffe, Comtesse le Bret de Belles, a prominent figure in 18th-century aristocratic society. Painted by Josef Zasche in the early 1700s, this miniature masterpiece measures just 6.5x5.2 cm but manages to convey an immense sense of sophistication. Marie Henriette is depicted wearing a stunning blue gown adorned with delicate floral patterns that perfectly complement her refined coiffure and curls cascading down her shoulders. Her grey hair, styled into an elaborate wig, adds a touch of maturity to her youthful countenance. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke, capturing not only the physical beauty of his subject but also the essence of her noblewoman status. The decolletage of Marie Henriette's dress hints at her social standing while maintaining an air of modesty befitting a lady of high rank. Displayed at the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge, UK, this enchanting portrait serves as a testament to both Zasche's artistic skill and Marie Henriette's timeless allure. It offers viewers a glimpse into the opulent world inhabited by aristocrats during this era. As we gaze upon this image from centuries past, we are reminded that fashion may change over time but true elegance remains eternal.
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