Marie Thérèse Rodet Geoffrin
Deceased Person
1699 – 1777
Who was Marie Thérèse Rodet Geoffrin?
Marie Thérèse Rodet Geoffrin has been referred to as one of the leading female figures in the French Enlightenment. From 1750–1777, Madame Geoffrin played host to many of the most influential Philosophes and Encyclopédistes of her time. Her association with several prominent dignitaries and public figures from across Europe has earned Madame Geoffrin an international spot of recognition. Her patronage and dedication to both the philosophical Men of Letters and talented artists that frequented her house is emblematic of her role as guide and protector. In her salon on the rue Saint-Honoré, Madame Geoffrin demonstrated qualities of politeness and civility that helped stimulate and regulate intellectual discussion. Her actions as a Parisian salonnière exemplify many of the most important characteristics of Enlightenment sociability.
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- Born
- Jun 26, 1699
Paris - Also known as
- Marie Therese Rodet Geoffrin
- Lived in
- Paris
- Died
- Oct 6, 1777
Paris
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on July 23, 2013
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