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Henri Duc De Maine
HENRI de Lorraine, duc de MAINE French statesman Date: 1578 - 1621
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1578 1621 Henri Lorraine Maine
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This portrait depicts Henri de Lorraine, Duc de Maine (1578-1621), a prominent French statesman of the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Born into the esteemed House of Lorraine, Henri's political career began in earnest when he was appointed Governor of Brittany in 1598, a position he held until 1611. Henri's political acumen and diplomatic skills were put to the test during the French Wars of Religion, as he navigated the complex religious and political landscape of the time. He played a key role in the negotiations that led to the Edict of Nantes in 1598, which granted religious freedom to Huguenots in France. Despite his Protestant leanings, Henri remained a loyal servant of the French crown and was appointed as a member of the French Privy Council in 1614. His influence continued to grow, and he was entrusted with important diplomatic missions, including a mission to England in 1616 to negotiate a marriage alliance between Louis XIII and Princess Elizabeth of Bohemia. This striking portrait, likely created during Henri's tenure as Governor of Brittany, captures the Duc de Maine in the prime of his life. His intense gaze and confident posture convey a sense of intelligence, determination, and authority. The intricate details of his attire, including his ruff collar and lace cuffs, reflect the opulence and elegance of the French court. Henri de Lorraine, Duc de Maine, was a man of great political skill and diplomatic prowess, who played a pivotal role in shaping the political landscape of France during a time of religious and political turmoil. This portrait offers a glimpse into the life of a man who was both a loyal servant of the French crown and a champion of religious freedom.
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