Prince Conde (Dupre)
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Prince Conde (Dupre)
LOUIS I de BOURBON 1st Prince de CONDE French Huguenot leader of the Protestants Date: 1530 - 1569
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1530 1569 Bourbon Conde Dupre Huguenot Protestants
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative print captures the intense and complex character of Prince Louis I de Bourbon, better known as Prince Conde or Dupre, a pivotal figure in French and European history during the 16th century. Born in 1530, Prince Conde was the eldest son of Antoine de Bourbon, Duke of Vendome, and Jeanne de Dax, and a prominent leader of the French Huguenots, the Protestant reform movement in France. The image portrays Prince Conde in his prime, with a stern and determined expression that belies the political and religious turmoil of the time. The intricate details of his attire, including the fur-trimmed robe and the ornate collar, underscore his noble status and wealth. The background, with its somber tones and ornate decorative elements, adds to the sense of grandeur and importance. Prince Conde's leadership of the Huguenots began in earnest in 1557, when he played a key role in the signing of the Peace of Amboise, which granted limited religious toleration to the Protestants. However, the peace was short-lived, and the religious conflicts in France continued to escalate. Prince Conde led several military campaigns against the Catholic forces, including the Battle of Jarnac in 1569, which proved to be his last. He was mortally wounded during the battle and died a few days later, at the age of 39. Despite his tragic end, Prince Conde's legacy as a leader of the Huguenots and a champion of religious freedom continues to be celebrated in French and European history. This powerful and evocative print serves as a reminder of his important role in shaping the religious and political landscape of the time.
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