Olympe Pélissier: Biography, Facts and Career
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Olympe Pélissier (9 May 1799 – 22 March 1878) was a French artists' model and courtesan and the second wife of the Italian composer Gioachino Rossini. She sat for Vernet for his painting of Judith and Holofernes. Honoré de Balzac described her as "the most beautiful courtesan in Paris".
Quick facts about Olympe Pélissier
- Full name: Olympe Pélissier
- Born: 1799-05-09
- Nationality: France
- Known as: Fashion figure
- Wikidata ID: Q1986469
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Who is Olympe Pélissier?
Olympe Pélissier (9 May 1799 – 22 March 1878) was a French artists' model and courtesan and the second wife of the Italian composer Gioachino Rossini.
What nationality is Olympe Pélissier?
Olympe Pélissier is France.
When was Olympe Pélissier born?
Olympe Pélissier was born on 1799-05-09.
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