Marie de Rabutin-Chantal, Marquise de Sévigné (1626-1696). She was born in the heart of Paris, at number 1 Place Royale (now Place des Vosges), into an old noble family. She was naturally drawn to the court, which she observed with a keen eye. Widowed at 25, she began a correspondence with her eldest daughter, who lived in Marseille. This correspondence has survived intact. It is a priceless treasure trove of knowledge about the Age of Enlightenment, as seen and experienced by the reigning aristocracy. The quality of the text, the freedom of tone and the intelligence of the subject make “Lettres de La Marquise de Sévigné” an authentic literary masterpiece. Antique manufacture by Gustave Vertunni, France, circa 1930. Hollow lead figurine, filled with plaster. Scale 55mm to eye line. Overall height: 60 – 65mm.
Vertunni. Madame de Sévigné.
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Marie de Rabutin-Chantal, Marquise de Sévigné (1626-1696). She was born in the heart of Paris, at number 1 Place Royale (now Place des Vosges), into an old noble family. She was naturally drawn to the court, which she observed with a keen eye. Widowed at 25, she began a correspondence with her eldest daughter, who lived in Marseille. This correspondence has survived intact. It is a priceless treasure trove of knowledge about the Age of Enlightenment, as seen and experienced by the reigning aristocracy. The quality of the text, the freedom of tone and the intelligence of the subject make “Lettres de La Marquise de Sévigné” an authentic literary masterpiece. Antique manufacture by Gustave Vertunni, France, circa 1930. Hollow lead figurine, filled with plaster. Scale 55mm to eye line. Overall height: 60 – 65mm.
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