Photographs

060-0324.JPG
People
Diane de Poitiers
Key Words
portrait
Other Notes
Chenonceaux was a gift of King Henri II to his mistress Diane de Poitiers in 1547. Its architect, Philibert de l'Orme designed a building spanning the Cher river. Upon Henri II's death, Diane de Poitiers had to give up the castle to the king's widow, Catherine de Medici.
City, Country
Chenonceaux, France
Date Taken
June 1981
Photographer
J. C. Raulston
Collection
J. C. Raulston's Slide Collection
Image Name
060-0324.JPG
Image ID
72559