Portrait of Cardinal Jules Mazarin
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Portrait of Cardinal Jules Mazarin

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This portrait depicts Cardinal Jules Mazarin (1602–1661), a key political figure and chief minister to Louis XIV. Originally set in the mantelpiece of the Hôtel Colbert-de-Villacerf at 23 rue de Turenne, Paris, it reflects Mazarin’s influence in 17th-century France. He played a crucial role in shaping French policy and culture, leaving a lasting legacy on the nation’s history.