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Cite des Bleuets where Cora Pearl lived, Paris, France
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Cite des Bleuets where Cora Pearl lived, Paris, France
Cite des Bleuets, Paris, France (11th arrondissement), where the courtesan Cora Pearl lived, seen here around the time it was about to be demolished.
circa 1920s
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11th Arrondissement Cite Cobblestones Cora Courtesan Pearl
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Cite des Bleuets, Paris, France (circa 1920s): A Glimpse into the Past of Cora Pearl's Residence This evocative photograph captures the charm and allure of the Cite des Bleuets, a historic street located in the 11th arrondissement of Paris, France, around the time it was on the brink of demolition. The name "Cite des Bleuets," which translates to "Blue Hat Alley," was derived from the distinctive blue hats worn by the women who lived there in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. One of its most famous residents was the renowned courtesan, Cora Pearl. Cora Pearl (1835-1890) was an English-born French courtesan who rose to prominence in Parisian high society during the Second Empire. Her captivating beauty and charisma earned her a place among the most influential figures of the era. The courtesans of the Cite des Bleuets were known for their independence and sophistication, and Cora Pearl embodied these qualities in spades. In this photograph, the cobblestone streets of the Cite des Bleuets are filled with people going about their daily lives. The buildings, with their intricate facades and wrought-iron balconies, exude an air of elegance and charm. The scene is a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when the Cite des Bleuets was a thriving community of independent women who defied societal norms and made their mark on Parisian history. As you gaze at this image, imagine the stories that the cobblestones could tell, the whispers that the buildings hold, and the memories that Cora Pearl and her contemporaries left behind. The Cite des Bleuets may no longer exist in its original form, but its legacy lives on, inspiring us to embrace our independence and celebrate the power of women's agency.
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