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Thadee Natanson and his wife Misia Godebska in the garden of their country home
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Thadee Natanson and his wife Misia Godebska in the garden of their country home
694854 Thadee Natanson and his wife Misia Godebska in the garden of their country home, Le Relais, c.1899 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Collection Annette Vaillant, France; (add.info.: Thadee Natanson ( French lawyer, journalist, collector and co-founder with his brothers, Alexandre and Alfred, of the Revue Blanche; Misia Godebska (1872-1950) married Thadee in 1893 but divorced in 1904; she is better known as Misia Sert after marrying the painter, JoseMaria Sert in 1920 and was a pianist, muse of the Nabis circle of painters and later a close friend of Coco Chanel; Le Relais was the country house bought by Thadee Natanson and his wife Misia in 1897 and a centre for their artistic and literary friends (which included the Nabis painters Vuillard, Bonnard, Vallotton, Roussel as well as Toulouse-Lautrec, Proust, Coolus and Merimee) until their divorce in 1904; this photo was probably taken by Thadees brother, Alfred Natanson, a keen photographer; ); French, out of copyright
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This photograph captures Thadee Natanson and his wife Misia Godebska in the serene garden of their country home, Le Relais, around 1899. Thadee Natanson was a prominent French lawyer, journalist, collector, and co-founder of the influential Revue Blanche alongside his brothers Alexandre and Alfred. Meanwhile, Misia Godebska was not only Thadee's wife but also a talented pianist and muse to the Nabis circle of painters. Le Relais served as a haven for artistic and literary luminaries during its heyday. The couple's impressive social circle included renowned artists such as Vuillard, Bonnard, Vallotton, Roussel, Toulouse-Lautrec; writers like Proust and Coolus; as well as Merimee among others. This picturesque country house became an epicenter for creativity where ideas flowed freely amidst nature's beauty. The photograph itself is believed to have been taken by Alfred Natanson – Thadee's brother who had a keen eye for photography. It showcases the couple in an intimate moment surrounded by lush greenery that perfectly complements their elegance. Their attire reflects the refined taste prevalent during this era. Although their marriage ended in divorce in 1904 after over a decade together, Misia went on to marry painter Jose Maria Sert in 1920 while maintaining her close friendship with Coco Chanel. This image serves as a poignant reminder of an enchanting time when artistry thrived within the walls of Le Relais under the guidance of two remarkable individuals - Thadee Natanson and Misia Godebska.
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