Elisa Collection
Elisa, also known as Maréchale Lucca or Elisa Bonaparte, was a remarkable figure in history
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Elisa, also known as Maréchale Lucca or Elisa Bonaparte, was a remarkable figure in history. Born as Maria Anna Elisa Bonaparte Baciocchi Levoy, she was the fourth of eight children of Carlo Buonaparte and Letizia Ramolino. Her full name, Montes Maréchale Dolores Elisa Gilbert, called Lola Venzel or Elisa Wenzel as David in Saul at Mlle. , reflects her diverse roles and talents. Elisa's life took various paths; from being an actress to becoming a prominent political figure. She showcased her acting prowess under the stage names Mlle. Venzel and Mlle. Elisa Clarisse Lemenil as Poussette. However, it was her involvement in politics that truly defined her legacy. As Napoleon Bonaparte's sister, Elisa played a significant role in his empire-building endeavors. She contributed to the Code of Napoleon the Great for the principality of Lucca and even became its first official edition publisher in Lucca. Elisa's influence extended beyond publishing legal codes; she held prestigious titles such as Duchess of Tuscany and Princess Baciocchi. Her portrait adorns numerous illustrations like those found in the Small Album of Portrait Bonaparte. The Grand Album Baciocchi showcases her elegance through leather-bound pages adorned with iron accents—a testament to her refined taste and grandeur. One notable depiction is "Napoleon and his sister Elisa, " a captivating color lithograph showcasing their close bond amidst their shared ambitions. François-Seraphin Delpech immortalized Elise's beauty through his artwork titled "Elise Grande-Duchesse de Toscanne (1777-1820). " This portrayal captures both her regal stature and inner strength. Even after her passing, artists like R. G.