Teresia Const. Phillips
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Teresia Const. Phillips
TERESIA CONSTANTIA PHILLIPS courtesan who commenced her career at age 12 with the future 4th earl Chesterfield, subsequently several times married, many times not... Date: 1709 - 1765
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1709 1765 Career Chesterfield Commenced Constantia Courtesan Future Married Phillips Subsequently Times Const
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Teresia Constania Phillips (1709-1765): A Remarkable Courtesan of 18th Century England This evocative portrait captures Teresia Constania Phillips, a renowned courtesan of 18th century England, whose life was marked by intrigue, scandal, and numerous marriages. Born in 1709, Teresia's journey into the world of high society began at a shockingly young age when she commenced her career with the future 4th Earl of Chesterfield. The Earl, a notorious philanderer and a man of letters, took an interest in the young Teresia and became her patron. Their relationship, however, was not one of love but of mutual benefit, as Teresia used her charms to secure the financial and social support she needed to thrive in the competitive world of the London courtesans. Teresia's beauty and intelligence quickly gained her a reputation, and she became a favorite among the elite of English society. She was known for her wit, her grace, and her ability to captivate men with her charm. Over the years, she was married several times, but these unions were often brief and rarely ended in happiness. Despite the many challenges she faced, Teresia remained a force to be reckoned with. She continued to entertain the most powerful men of her time, and her salon became a hub of intellectual and artistic activity. Her story is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of women in a time when their options were limited. This portrait, a poignant reminder of a remarkable woman, captures Teresia's beauty and her indomitable spirit. It is a window into a world of opulence, scandal, and intrigue that was once the heart of London society.
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