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Marguerite de Cambis, Baronne d Aigremont
Marguerite de Cambis, Baronne d Aigremont, French translator of Boccaccio, fl. 1550s. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard after a figure in Roger de Gaignieres portfolio VIII 86 from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques de la France (Historical Costumes of France), Administration de Librairie, Paris, 1852
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1. Title: "Marguerite de Cambis, Baronne d'Aigremont: A Renaissance Translator and Patron of Letters" This exquisite handcoloured lithograph depicts Marguerite de Cambis, Baronne d'Aigremont (1523-1566), a remarkable figure of the French Renaissance. As a prolific translator and writer, she played a significant role in disseminating Italian literature in France during the 16th century. Born into a noble family, Marguerite was well-educated and fluent in several languages, including Italian. She became a patron and correspondent of many prominent Italian and French writers, including the renowned poet and scholar, Girolamo Cardano. Her translation of Boccaccio's "Decameron" (1553) was a groundbreaking work that introduced the witty and bawdy tales of the Florentine master to the French audience. The image captures the essence of Marguerite's intellectual and artistic sensibilities. She is depicted in a richly decorated gown, adorned with intricate gold embroidery and a lace collar. Her elegant hairstyle, adorned with pearls and diamonds, is reminiscent of the fashionable styles of the time. The background shows a serene landscape, with a river flowing through a lush garden, symbolizing the flow of knowledge and culture from Italy to France. The lithograph is a reproduction of a figure in Roger de Gaignières' portfolio "Costumes Historiques de la France," published in Paris in 1852 by the Administration de Librairie. The handcolouring adds a vibrant and rich quality to the image, making it a stunning representation of the elegance and sophistication of the French Renaissance. Marguerite de Cambis' contributions to French literature and culture are a testament to her intelligence, creativity, and passion for knowledge. Her translation of Boccaccio's "Decameron" remains an enduring legacy of the literary exchange between Italy and France during the Renaissance.
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