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Marie-Charlotte de Balzac d’Entragues

1588 – 1664

Mistress to Henry IV of France

CourtierRoyal mistress
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About Marie-Charlotte de Balzac d’Entragues

Lived 1588 – 1664 (aged 75–76). Marie-Charlotte de Balzac d’Entragues was a French courtier and royal mistress.

Marie-Charlotte de Balzac d'Entragues (c. 1588–1664), was a French noblewoman. She was the mistress to Henry IV of France in 1605-1609.

She was the daughter of Charles Balzac d'Entragues and Marie Touchet, who was formerly the sole mistress of Charles IX of France, and the sister of Catherine Henriette de Balzac d'Entragues, also mistress of Henry IV.

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Important facts

Born
1588
Birth century
16th century
Died
1664
Occupation
Courtier, royal mistress
Nationality
Kingdom of France

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Marie-Charlotte de Balzac d’Entragues?

mistress to Henry IV of France

When was Marie-Charlotte de Balzac d’Entragues born?

Marie-Charlotte de Balzac d’Entragues was born in 1588.

When did Marie-Charlotte de Balzac d’Entragues die?

Marie-Charlotte de Balzac d’Entragues died in 1664.

What was Marie-Charlotte de Balzac d’Entragues's occupation?

Marie-Charlotte de Balzac d’Entragues was a courtier and royal mistress.

What nationality was Marie-Charlotte de Balzac d’Entragues?

Marie-Charlotte de Balzac d’Entragues was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Marie-Charlotte de Balzac d’Entragues

· Wikidata: Q3291619

· DBpedia: Marie-Charlotte de Balzac d'Entragues

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