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Anne of Austria

Born to Philip III of Spain and Margaret of Austria in 1601, Anne married the 14 year old Louis XIII of France in 1615. As hostilities between Spain and France resumed Anne found elements at court trying to shut her out; nevertheless, she became regent after Louis' death in 1643, demonstrating political skill in the face of widespread troubles. Louis XIV came of age in 1651.

Anne of Austria: 1601 - 1666

Hosted by the Web Gallery of Art and accompanied by a sculpture, this is short, but comprehensive, biography of Anne of Austria.

Anne of Austria: Portrait

Peter Paul Rubens's painting of Anne of Austria was created when she was in her twenties; the image is in black and white, but the original is colour.

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