Stunning Portraits of Countess De Castiglione

Virginia Oldoini, Countess of Castiglione (1837 – 1899), better known as La Castiglione, was an Italian aristocrat who achieved notoriety as a mistress of Emperor Napoleon III of France. She was also a significant figure in the early history of photography. Here are some of stunning vintage portraits of Countess De Castiglione.

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