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Portrait of Katherine Seigneur, nee Knowles (1669-1747), John Laws wife, 1720
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Portrait of Katherine Seigneur, nee Knowles (1669-1747), John Laws wife, 1720
Portrait of Katherine Seigneur, nee Knowles (1669-1747), John Laws wife, 1720. Private Collection
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This portrait print showcases the elegant and opulent Katherine Seigneur, nee Knowles, wife of John Law in 1720. The artist skillfully captures her beauty and grace, highlighting her status as a woman of wealth and influence during this period. The image exudes abundance and affluence, symbolized by the cornucopia overflowing with riches held delicately in Katherine's hand. Her luxurious attire reflects the baroque fashion trends of the time, emphasizing her position among high society. John Law himself was a prominent figure in France's financial history. Known for his involvement with La Compagnie du Mississippi, he played a significant role in creating an economic bubble that led to stock market crashes and speculation known as the Mississippi Bubble. This print serves as a reminder of this tumultuous era when fortunes were made and lost overnight. Through this copper engraving, we are transported back to an age where wealthiness was both admired and feared. It offers us a glimpse into history while also shedding light on human nature - our desire for prosperity often leading us down paths filled with risk-taking and greed. As we admire this fine art piece from a private collection today, let it serve as a cautionary tale about the dangers of speculative bubbles but also remind us of the allure that abundance can hold over our imaginations throughout time.
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