Ernestina Van Nassau
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Ernestina Van Nassau
ERNESTINA prinzessin van NASSAU Wife of prinz Johan Francis [There were more than one Ernestina van Nassau, this identification is uncertain] Date: 1584 - 1665
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1584 1665 Francis Identification Johan Nassau Prinz Prinzessin Uncertain
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1. Title: "Ernestina van Nassau, Princess Consort of Prinz Johan Francis" Ernestina van Nassau (1584-1665) was a prominent figure in the European aristocracy during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Born into the esteemed House of Nassau, she was the daughter of Johann VII, Count of Nassau-Siegen, and Magdalena of Leiningen-Westerburg. This portrait depicts Ernestina in her prime, adorned in the elegant attire of the period. Her regal bearing and poised expression convey a sense of grace and sophistication, befitting her noble lineage and esteemed position. Ernestina's life took a significant turn when she married Prinz Johan Francis of Nassau-Siegen (1583-1638) in 1607. Johan Francis was the eldest son of Johann VI, Count of Nassau-Siegen, and Elisabeth of Leuchtenberg. The union between Ernestina and Johan Francis strengthened the ties between their respective families and solidified their political alliances. As the Princess Consort of Nassau-Siegen, Ernestina played an active role in court life and was known for her intelligence, charm, and diplomatic skills. She was a patron of the arts and supported various charitable causes, further enhancing her reputation as a compassionate and influential figure. The exact date of this portrait is uncertain, but it is believed to have been created during Ernestina's tenure as Princess Consort. The painting serves as a testament to her beauty, status, and the opulence of the era in which she lived. Ernestina's legacy extended beyond her lifetime, as she was the mother of several influential figures, including Johann VIII, Count of Nassau-Siegen, and Elisabeth of Nassau-Siegen, who married Landgrave Moritz of Hesse-Kassel. Her descendants continued to shape European history for generations to come.
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