Hameau de la Reine,Marie Antoinette's hideaway

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Set in 1783, the narrative explores Marie Antoinette's commissioning of an architect and painter to create the Hameau de Reine, a charming hamlet at Versailles. This idyllic retreat served as a private sanctuary for the queen, allowing her to escape court life. However, the lavishness of the hamlet and her desire for intimacy ultimately contributed to a tarnished reputation, reflecting the complexities of her life as a monarch in turbulent times.