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MARIE ANTOINETTE MOTHER
MARIE ANTOINETTE gives birth to her first child, Louis le Dauphin, who will die in 1789. Date: 1755 - 1793
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1755 1789 1793 Antoinette Birth Dauphin Marie
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This print captures a pivotal moment in the life of Marie Antoinette, the Queen of France from 1755 to 1793. In this image, we witness Marie Antoinette giving birth to her first child, Louis le Dauphin. The joy and anticipation on her face are palpable as she welcomes her precious son into the world.
Little did she know that this child, who would later become known as Louis XVI, would tragically meet his end during the French Revolution in 1789. Despite the hardships and turmoil that lay ahead for both mother and son, this moment frozen in time represents a fleeting glimpse of happiness and hope.
Marie Antoinette's legacy is one filled with controversy and tragedy, yet this image serves as a reminder of her humanity and maternal love. As she cradles her newborn baby in her arms, we see a side of the queen often overshadowed by historical accounts of excess and extravagance.
Through this print from Mary Evans Prints Online, we are transported back to a time when royalty faced both triumphs and tribulations with grace and resilience. It is a poignant reminder that behind every powerful figure lies a vulnerable human being capable of experiencing love, loss, and everything in between.
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