Maria Antonietta di Francia

Maria Antonietta (1755-1793) was the last Queen of France before the French Revolution, born in Vienna as an Archduchess of Austria. She became a symbol of the excesses of the monarchy, leading to her execution by guillotine during the revolutionary upheaval. Known for her lavish lifestyle and influence on fashion and culture, she was a patron of the arts and admired porcelain, which has seen a resurgence in popularity among collectors today.