Jeanne d'Évreux
Queen consort of France
Born
1310
715 years ago
Died
March 4th, 1371
654 years ago — 61 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Served as queen consort of France from 1324 until her death in 1371. Married Charles IV of France, contributing to the royal lineage. Actively engaged in supporting the arts and enhancing the cultural landscape of the period. Sponsored the creation of numerous religious and artistic works, leaving a legacy in Gothic art and architecture.
Married Charles IV of France in 1324
Sponsored illuminated manuscripts and religious art
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