Isabelle of Orléans
French princess (1832-1850); queen consort of the Belgians
1812 — 1850
Quick Facts
Profession
French princess (1832-1850); queen consort of the Belgians
Born
April 3, 1812
Died
1850 (age ~38)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
aristocrat, consort, watercolorist
FranceBorn in PalermoDied in Ostend
1812
Born in Palermo (1812-04-03)
1850
Died in Ostend
About
Louise of Orléans was the first Queen of the Belgians as the second wife of King Leopold I from their marriage on 9 August 1832 until her death in 1850. She was the second child and eldest daughter of the French king Louis Philippe I and his wife, Maria Amalia of the Two Sicilies. Louise rarely participated in public representation, but acted as the political adviser of her spouse. Her large correspondence is a valuable historical source of the period and has been published.
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Who is Isabelle of Orléans?+
Louise of Orléans was the first Queen of the Belgians as the second wife of King Leopold I from their marriage on 9 August 1832 until her death in 1850. She was the second child and eldest daughter of the French king Louis Philippe I and his wife, Maria Amalia of the Two Sicilies. Louise rarely part
What does the name Isabelle mean?+
The name Isabelle means "A female given name from French Isabelle, ultimately a variant of Elizabeth.". It is of French origin.
When was Isabelle of Orléans born?+
Isabelle of Orléans was born on April 3, 1812.
When did Isabelle of Orléans die?+
Isabelle of Orléans died in 1850, at approximately 38 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name from French Isabelle, ultimately a variant of Elizabeth.
The name Isabelle is of French origin, meaning "A female given name from French Isabelle, ultimately a variant of Elizabeth.". It is traditionally a female name.
Other famous people named Isabelle
Isabelle — April 3, 1812
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aries
Bold, energetic, courageous
Fire · Mars · Mar 21 – Apr 19
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
13 Muluc
Water — emotions, purification, flow
Celtic Tree
Alder
Courageous, passionate, confident
Ogham: Fearn · Mar 18 – Apr 14
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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Legend.
— anon
My grandmother kept your portrait on the wall until the day she died.
— a subject
Your reign defined an era. The books don't do it justice.
— a student of history
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