Marie Antoinette
Definition
Marie Antoinette was an Austrian-born queen consort of France as wife of Louis XVI. She became a symbol for the excesses of the monarchy and is often credited with exacerbating their unpopularity.
Related terms
Guillotine: A machine designed for carrying out executions by beheading; both Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette met their end this way during French revolution.
Versailles Palace: The royal residence where Marie Antoinette lived lavishly while many French citizens were starving.
Diamond Necklace Affair: A scandal involving Marie Antoinette about an expensive diamond necklace she allegedly ordered, which further tarnished her reputation.
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