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Duchesse De Maine Angry
ANNE LOUISE BENEDICTE DE BOURBON-CONDE, duchesse de MAINE, wife of Louis Auguste, depicted smashing furniture when required to quit the palais des Tuileries, Paris. Date: 1676 - 1753
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1676 1753 Angry Anne Auguste Bourbon Conde Depicted Duchesse Louise Maine Palais Quit Required Smashing Tuileries Furniture
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This evocative image captures the indignant spirit of Anne Louise Benedicte de Bourbon-Condé, Duchesse de Maine, as she fiercely destroys furniture in the Palais des Tuileries in Paris during the late 17th century. The Duchesse, who was the wife of Louis Auguste de Bourbon, Prince of Condé, was a formidable figure known for her strong will and determination. In 1676, King Louis XIV of France, seeking to assert his power, ordered the Duchesse to vacate the Palais des Tuileries, which she had occupied since her husband's death in 1686. Refusing to leave without a fight, she responded by smashing the palace's valuable furnishings in a bold display of defiance. This act of rebellion was a significant moment in French history, as it marked the end of the Condé family's long-standing influence at court. The Duchesse's anger and determination are palpable in this striking print, which captures the intensity of the moment. Her regal bearing and the elegant yet destructive motion of her arm as she hurls a vase against a table convey a sense of both defiance and sadness. The ornate furnishings and opulent decor of the Palais des Tuileries serve as a backdrop to the Duchesse's dramatic scene, highlighting the grandeur of the era and the significance of her actions. Anne Louise Benedicte de Bourbon-Condé's story is a fascinating chapter in the history of the French monarchy, and this image offers a unique glimpse into the life of a powerful and determined woman who refused to be pushed around by the king. The print is a poignant reminder of the complex political dynamics of the time and the enduring power of the human spirit.
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