On this day in 1793, Marie Antoinette died on the guillotine. The late queen has visited the salon many times and is a key figure in my forthcoming book, Life in the Georgian Court. Given the date, I thought it would be a fine opportunity to look back on the posts in which she has featured.I hope you will enjoy this gad into the archives in search of a most unfortunate queen.
My Blood Alone Remains
The final hours in the life of Marie Antoinette
The Queen's Last Journey
An iconic sketch by a master of Revolutionary propaganda.
A poignant memorial to the late queen's children, written in her final hours.
The Queen's Possessions
The queen's very own make up chair!
A painting depicts the young dauphine in her musical element. and read more about the magnificent harp that the queen adored.
All that remains of a magnificent dress...
And the dainty shoes that might have accompanied it...
A picture of the queen in her lingerie causes a sensation!
A Royal Marriage
Maximilien Robespierre Welcomes Louis XVI
What happened when a young Robespierre waited in the rain to greet the king and queen...
A Parisian Fireworks Disaster
When a crowd gathered to celebrate the marriage of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, terrible tragedy struck.
The Marriage of Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI
A happy day for the Dauphin and Archduchess.
Life in the Georgian Court, true tales of 18th century royalty, is available at the links below.
Amazon UK
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Book Depository (free worldwide shipping)
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