Comtesse Du Barry
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Comtesse Du Barry
JEANNE BECU, COMTESSE DU BARRY Paris shopgirl who became mistress to Louis XV but was guillotined during the Revolution
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1743 1793 Barry Becu Comtesse Guillotined Jeanne Mistress Revolution Shopgirl
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In this evocative 18th-century portrait, Jeanne Becu, better known as the Comtesse du Barry, captivates the viewer with her enigmatic gaze and alluring presence. Born in 1743 in Paris, Becu began her life as an unassuming shopgirl. However, her fortunes would soon change when she caught the eye of the aging King Louis XV. The Comtesse du Barry rose to become the king's favorite mistress, a position she held from 1768 until Louis XV's death in 1774. Her scandalous liaison with the monarch brought her immense wealth, power, and notoriety. Yet, her extravagant lifestyle and rumors of political intrigue made her an unpopular figure among the French populace. As the revolutionary fervor swept through France in the late 18th century, the Comtesse du Barry became a target for the radicals. In 1793, she was arrested and charged with various crimes, including treason and corruption. Despite her attempts to flee, she was eventually brought to trial and sentenced to death by the guillotine. This haunting portrait of the Comtesse du Barry serves as a poignant reminder of the tumultuous times that marked the end of the Ancien Régime in France. The enigmatic expression on her face, the richly adorned dress, and the opulent setting all serve to underscore the contrast between her rise to power and her ultimate downfall. The portrait also highlights the capricious nature of fortune and the ephemeral nature of power, as the Comtesse du Barry's story demonstrates that even the most privileged and powerful can be brought low. This image, a testament to the complexities of history, is a fascinating glimpse into the life of a woman who defied the conventions of her time and whose story continues to captivate and intrigue us today.
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